Paleocacherian Navy
Paleocacher Federal Navy | |
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Country | The Republic of Paleocacher |
Branch | Navy |
Role | Homeland Defense, Border Control, Protection of Trade, Gunboat Diplomacy, |
Size | 70,000 |
Anniversaries | Founding: March 12, 1815 |
Commanders | |
Commander-in-Chief | President James Fulkerson |
Secretary for Defense | Larry McReardon |
Secretary for the Navy | Danny Seakres |
Navy Member of the Command Council | Admiral Albert Chegwidden |
Commander of Acernis Fleet | Vice Admiral Harvey Knox |
Commander of the Kivu Fleet | Vice Admiral Sam Jennings |
Aircraft flown | |
Electronic warfare | 4 |
Fighter | 196 |
Cargo helicopter | 48 |
Utility helicopter | 60 |
Patrol | 36 |
Reconnaissance | 8 |
Tanker | 8 |
The Paleocacherian Federal Navy is the most well-funded and equipped branch of the armed services in keeping with the nation's tradition as a naval power. Seventy thousand personnel are split into two fleets, one for each coast of the nation. Paleocacherian navy ships regularly roam the globe patrolling trade lanes connecting them to allies. Paleocacherian ships regularly call on ports of foreign nations.
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History
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Organization
The Paleocacherian Navy is divided into two fleets. The Ascernis Fleet and the Kivu fleet are based on the country's west and east coasts respectively. Both fleets are organized into squadrons typically based around a capital ship and its escorts. Submarines have independent commands.
Active Ships
The Paleocacherian Navy has 144 ships.
Number and Class of Ships | Photo | Description |
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5 Carriers | The FPS Míol Mór class of aircraft carrier is the Paleocacherian Federal Navy's first dedicated carrier. It is capable of carrying up to fifty-six aircraft. Ships of this class are commissioned in each of Paleocacher's fleets and a sixth is due to be commissioned in 2026. | |
3 LHDs | There are three LHD ships of the Loch Laine class that serve as mini aircraft carriers and facilitate amphibious operations. | |
4 LPDs | There are three LHD ships of the Oilliphéist class which provide helicopter support for amphibious operations. | |
7 ATD's | There are seven Loch Fein class Amphibious Transport Dock type ships that are designed to transport Paleocacherian troops and equipment worldwide. | |
4 Battleships | The two models of Culaíne Class Battleship were built in the 1950s and were modernized by Hanabishi Heavy Industries in 2013. They retain their original armament which is intended to be used for amphibious operations and were given modern electrical and propulsion systems as well as missiles, helicopters, and modern radars. Two additional modified battleships were modernized in the 1990s, one for VTOL aircraft operations and one as an amphibious assault support base. | |
7 Cruisers | 7 missile cruisers of the Chicajun class provide advanced first strike capabilities for the Republic. | |
10 Destroyers | There are ten ships of the Finnegan class, these destroyers are primarily tasked with maritime stabilization operations. | |
7 Destroyers | The FPS Lawler and her six sisters are a class of air warfare ships for the Paleocacherian fleet. | |
10 Frigates | The Nathan Hayes class frigate is responsible for anti-surface warfare and air defense. There are ten ships in this class. | |
10 frigates | The Lyla Powell class of frigates is primarily for anti-submarine and escort work. This is a ten ship class. | |
6 frigates | The Gearóid Farley class frigate is the newest multipurpose ship in the Navy. Four of the six ships in the class have been commissioned and two more will be ready by late 2021. | |
20 Submarines | The Bradán (salmon) class of diesel-electric attack submarines is one of Paleocacher's most significant sources of power projection. | |
4 Multi-Role Vessels | The Mount Errigal class sealift ships provide support to overseas operations. | |
4 Modular Support Vessels | The Liffey class of modular support vessels can be used for multiple purposes including that of transport, frigate, hospital ship, command ship, and minelayer. | |
14 Replenishment Ships | The Pine class replenishment ships allow Paleocacherian navy forces to sail around the globe. | |
1 Icebreaker | The Paleocacherian Navy maintains an icebreaker in order to keep Sea Lines of Communication open during bad winters. | |
1 Hydrographic Survey Ship | This ship is used to explore the ocean and learn its secrets. | |
1 Diving Support Vessel | This ship is used to support undersea diving operations. | |
4 Submarine Tender and General Supply vessels | These ships provide underway replenishment to submarines and carry cargo and food for naval ships. | |
1 State Yacht | The FPS O'Ryan is the official Paleocacherian State yacht. |