Kerlan Red Guard

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The Kerlan Red Guard are the elite armed forces of the Socialist Union of Kerla. They are unique that they both serve as the armed forces and law enforcement body of Kerla. It is the oldest branch of the armed forces.

Mission

The mission of the Red Guard is to protect the citizens and land of the Socialist Union of Kerla. Each and every member is trained in carrying out this mission.

History

The Kerlan Red Guard has a storied history. The Red Guard was founded during the rebellion by the United Front for Democracy and Socialism. The Red Guard as always been around in times of needs. It is the most recognized armed forces in Kerla. The training for the Red Guard is very hard.

Before the Rebellion

Before the Rebellion, the founders of the Red Guard were mostly members of the Republican Army. The Republican Army was the a strong presecene in Kerla during the regime of Jefferson Davidson. However he often neglated the Republican Army, angering many of the members. Before the dictatorship of Jefferson Davidson, the main mission of the Republican Army was to protect the borders of the Republic. However the Republican Army was still feared. When Davidson dismissed generals that he did not think were loyal to him, they began to plan the Red Guard.

During the Rebellion

Prominent generals, Frank Serveton and Scott Miles meet secretly in Davidstown (which is now called East Abbott). Life was brutal during the reign of Davidson. If any loyal member of the regime found out, they would of been executed. Both Servton and Miles were generals in the Republican Army before being dismissed. They discussed ways to fight the dictatorship during the meeting. They decided to form the Grand Army of Truth, which would become the precursor to the Red Guard (sometimes the Red Guard are referred to that). The Grand Army of Truth were highly successful.

Fall of the Grand Army

The brutal general Francis Fingertips found out that Serveton and Miles organized the Grand Army. He launched a brutal offensive on the towns of Davidson (which the UFDS renamed Liberty City) and Tankton. At first, the Grand Army was highly successful at stopping the raid. However Fingertip's army was bigger and highly discplined. Fingertips first took Tankton and then after two days of very intense fighting, took Liberty City. The citizens of Liberty City were highly oppresed by Fingertips.

The Beginning of the New

After the fall of the Grand Army the UFDS need to find a way to fight the forces of Davidson. They know that this would not be easy. However a energetic young man by the name of Scott Williamson organized this. He made a speech on a illegal channel saying that "the forces of good and just will always triumph over the forces of the unjust. This why sometimes the Red Guard is also known as the "Forces of the Just." He swear that he will not rest until the good people get what they deserve. He call this the "Beginning of the New." The new energetic Red Guard were successful at first. However the Red Guard fell apart. Williamson soon realized that they need better training. He created the Williamson Institute (which is still being operated, as a training school for Red Guard Officers.) Soon the Red Guard had compatent officers and they won many battles.

After the Rebellion

Realizing that the Red Guard can still be used, the leaders decided to keep the Guard. It has been part of Kerla ever since. The Williamson Institue still trains fresh new officers to led a new generation of Kerlans.

Organization

The Kerlan Red Guard are led by the Guard Commander, which is usally a general. The Guard Commander is assisted by three assistant Guard commanders (Asst. Guard Commander 1st Division, Asst. Guard Commander 2nd Division and the Asst. Guard Commander,3rd Division). The organization of the Red Guard are:

  • Fire Team (3 to four members, only used in wars)
  • Squad (3 or 4 fire teams, led by a corporal or Sergeants, only used in wars)
  • Platoon (5 squads, led by a lieutenant, a city with over 100,000 has a platoon stationed)
  • Company (5 to 7 squads,each state has a company, led by a captain)
  • Battalion (3 to 4 companies, led by a lt. colonel)
  • Brigade (2 battalions, led by a colonel)
  • Division (there are 3 divisions (one for law enforcement, one for defense and the third are reserves, led by the asst. commanders).

Training

To become a Red Guard member, you must endure grueling training at Emerald Island. The traning still focuses on combat, however there is a much added emphasis on law enforcment as of recently. Officers are most likely trained at The Williamson Institute, however, there are other programs to become an officer. It is still tougher then the regular Kerlan armed forces (when active).

Policing Duties

The mission of the Kerlan Red Guard was to protect the citizens of Kerla. When the Guard were not fighting the armies of Davidson, they often protected the homes of the citizens of the cities. Williamson created a policy of "Humanity" to the citizens. This gained the favor of the populace. Soon they started to act as the police, arresting criminals. These powers has stayed with the Guard.