Sieges of Reach

== Overview ==
The Sieges of Reach were three separate raids from 2188-2193 that all lasted over 4 hours, resulting in brutal victories for the USCM. Each was more costly than the last.
=== First Siege of Reach ===
The First Siege of Reach began in mid October, 2188. It was initiated by the UWF as a part of the Third UNSC War. Then-LTCOL Givingup2 successfully captured the Delta CP from UNSC forces with the help of a small fireteam. This ultimately turned the tide of the battle in the favor of the UWF, and UNSC collapsed once again after this defeat, ending the war. Giving was awarded the CMOH for his actions.
=== Second Siege of Reach ===
The Second Siege of Reach was initiated on August 30th, 2190 as a part of the UWF's offensive raid campaign in mid-2190. Dwarfing its predecessor in total manpower size, over 50 federation troops deployed to Reach and were countered by roughly 40 UNSC. The battle raged on for 4 hours until a large influx of random raiders allowed a valiant charge through the vents and ice caves. Led by LTCOL Wolven, MAJ Mateyz, and GSGT TostitosYTaquitos, it resulted in the capture of point D. Over 2100 casualties were claimed on the Federation side, making it the bloodiest battle in USCM history up to that point.
=== Third Siege of Reach ===
The Third Siege of Reach was led on April 15th, 2193 by CPT Rexguardian. At least 30 Marines deployed to Reach against 20+ UNSC, fighting for over 5 hours to re-secure point D and the outliers. After point D was resecured, the other points were eventually choked off by a decisive charge on point A led by SSGT Galacticbuilder51. This raid more than doubled the amount of casualties at the end, racking in at 4,366, making it the costliest battle in USCM history.
Category:Important Battles