Paleocacherian Navy

Paleocacher Federal Navy
Country	The Republic of Paleocacher
Branch	Navy
Role	Homeland Defense, Border Control, Protection of Trade, Gunboat Diplomacy,
Size	220,000
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

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. Two hundred and twenty 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.

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 142 ships.

Number and Class of Ships	Photo	Description
1 Carrier		The FPS Kelpie is the Paleocacherian Republic's first aircraft carrier. It was recently launched and is undergoing final configuration. It will be officially put into service sometime in July.
2 LHDs		There are two LHD ships of the Loch Laine class that serve as mini aircraft carriers and facilitate amphibious operations.
six LPDs		There are six Loch Fein class LPD type ships that are designed to transport Paleocacherian troops and equipment worldwide.
3 Battlecruisers	Example	under preliminary construction, expected to be fitted with advanced railguns and laser weaponry. Completion not expected until 2022.
10 Cruisers	File:Type 055 Nanchang.jpg	10 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.
10 Destroyers		The FPS Lawler and her nine sisters are a class of air warfare ships for the Paleocacherian fleet.
12 Frigates		The Nathan Hayes class frigate is responsible for anti-surface warfare and air defense. There are twelve ships in this class.
12 frigates		The Lyla Powell class of frigates is primarily for anti-submarine and escort work. This is a twelve 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 2021.
16 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.
12 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.
2 Submarine Tender and General Supply vessels		These ships provide underway replenishment to submarines and carry cargo and food for naval ships.

Coastal Patrol and Homeland Security Vessels	Photo	Description
Minesweeper		Ten minesweepers patrol Paleocacherian enclosed waters and harbors for mines.
Offshore Patrol		Fifteen Offshore Patrol Vessels survey Paleocacherian waters for poachers, conduct other law enforcement operations, and perform search and rescues.
Inshore Patrol		Twelve Inshore Patrol Vessels secure the northern reaches of the country's inland waters.