Solaest Uprising

The Solaest Uprising occurred during the Galactic Civil War, fought between the Galactic Empire and the Alliance to Restore the Republic. Imperial pilot T. Alvak fought in the Uprising, earning a promotion to Flight Captain and the Distinguished Flight Medal for his actions. The fighting led to extensive civilian casualties.
Princess Leia Organa of Alderaan intervened in the battle. She transmitted messages, dispensed much-needed material, and bought time for the Rebel evacuation.
==Sources==
*The Star Wars Sourcebook 
*The Star Wars Sourcebook, Second Edition
*Star Wars Encyclopedia
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*The Essential Atlas
==Notes and references==
Category:Battles in the Belsmuth sector
Category:Battles of the Galactic Civil War
Category:Rebellions and uprisings