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'''{{hms|Hexapuma|CA-412|hcn}}''' is a [[Saganami-C-class]] [[Heavy Cruiser]] within [[Second Fleet]]. Commanded by [[CAPTSG]] Kerry Kuhn, ''Hexapuma'' claims [[wikipedia: | '''{{hms|Hexapuma|CA-412|hcn}}''' is a [[Saganami-C-class]] [[Heavy Cruiser]] within [[Second Fleet]]. Commanded by [[CAPTSG]] Kerry Kuhn, ''Hexapuma'' claims [[wikipedia:Rockford, IL|Rockford, IL]] as her charter city. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
First commissioned in February of 2014 under [[Captain (Junior Grade)]] Jimmy Nelson, ''Hexapuma'' began her life in [[Second Fleet]] as an independent patrol<ref name="BSD140201">[[BuShips Directive 1402-01]]</ref> A quick-growing unit, her first pinnace, the ''Condor''-class ''Hexapuma-01'', launched in early November of that year to patrol [[wikipedia:O'Fallon, Illinois|O'Fallon, IL]].<ref name"2FO1411C">[[Second Fleet Order 1411-C]]</ref> | First commissioned in February of 2014 under [[Captain (Junior Grade)]] Jimmy Nelson, ''Hexapuma'' began her life in [[Second Fleet]] as an independent patrol out of [[wikipedia:Louisville, KY|Louisville, KY]]<ref name="BSD140201">[[BuShips Directive 1402-01]]</ref> A quick-growing unit, her first pinnace, the ''Condor''-class ''Hexapuma-01'', launched in early November of that year to patrol [[wikipedia:O'Fallon, Illinois|O'Fallon, IL]].<ref name"2FO1411C">[[Second Fleet Order 1411-C]]</ref> | ||
In late August of 2015, ''Hexapuma'' was joined by {{hms|Saberpike|CA-417}} in the formation of Cruiser Division 711, expanding her connections further.<ref name="Naval Directive 15AU-06">[[Naval Directive 15AU-06]]</ref> However, in May, 2016, ''Hexapuma-01'' was returned to the boat bay, bringing their crew back into the fold.<ref name="2FO1605B">[[Second Fleet Order 1605-B]]</ref> By the end of 2017, CruDiv 711 was brought under the umbrella of the newly-formed [[Task Force 22]] as an entire subunit.<ref name="ND16DEC01">[[Naval Directive 16DEC-01]]</ref> | In late August of 2015, ''Hexapuma'' was joined by {{hms|Saberpike|CA-417}} in the formation of Cruiser Division 711, expanding her connections further.<ref name="Naval Directive 15AU-06">[[Naval Directive 15AU-06]]</ref> However, in May, 2016, ''Hexapuma-01'' was returned to the boat bay, bringing their crew back into the fold.<ref name="2FO1605B">[[Second Fleet Order 1605-B]]</ref> By the end of 2017, CruDiv 711 was brought under the umbrella of the newly-formed [[Task Force 22]] as an entire subunit.<ref name="ND16DEC01">[[Naval Directive 16DEC-01]]</ref> | ||
Revision as of 18:16, 20 March 2023
| HMS Hexapuma (CA-412) | |
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| Name: | HMS Hexapuma |
| HCN: | CA-412 |
| Charter City: | Louisville, KY |
| Class: | Saganami-C |
| Type: | Heavy Cruiser |
| Affiliation: |  Royal Manticoran Navy
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| Commander: | CAPTSG Kerry Kuhn, RMN |
| Launched: | 12 Feb 2014 |
| Status: | Active |
| Reporting to: | Task Force 22 |
| Fleet: | Second Fleet |
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HMS Hexapuma (CA-412) is a Saganami-C-class Heavy Cruiser within Second Fleet. Commanded by CAPTSG Kerry Kuhn, Hexapuma claims Rockford, IL as her charter city.
History
First commissioned in February of 2014 under Captain (Junior Grade) Jimmy Nelson, Hexapuma began her life in Second Fleet as an independent patrol out of Louisville, KY[1] A quick-growing unit, her first pinnace, the Condor-class Hexapuma-01, launched in early November of that year to patrol O'Fallon, IL.[2]
In late August of 2015, Hexapuma was joined by HMS Saberpike in the formation of Cruiser Division 711, expanding her connections further.[3] However, in May, 2016, Hexapuma-01 was returned to the boat bay, bringing their crew back into the fold.[4] By the end of 2017, CruDiv 711 was brought under the umbrella of the newly-formed Task Force 22 as an entire subunit.[5]
By early January, 2021, command shifted to then-CAPTJG Kerry Kuhn[6] Under her command, Hexapuma has maintained an ongoing tradition of Worldbuilding sessions, book discussions, and especially convention attendance. Hexapuma 's reassignment to TG22.4 has not dampened this enthusiasm; in fact, it appears to have expanded it. Service alongside HMS Demon, HMS Vixen, and HMS Havoc has expanded the borders of contact for Hexapuma 's crew[7]; the convention most favoured by her crew is Marcon in Ohio, but following closely are Capricon and Windycon in the Chicago area.
Commanding Officers
| # | Name | Assumed | Relieved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CAPTJG Jimmy Nelson | 12 February 2014 | 23 January 2021 |
| 2 | CAPTSG Kerry Kuhn | 23 January 2021 | Incumbent |
Crew Lineage
- 12 Feb 2014: Launched as HMS Hexapuma (CA-412) and assigned to Second Fleet.[1]
- 25 Aug 2015: Reassigned to CruDiv711.[3]
- 09 Dec 2017: Reassigned to Task Force 22 as part of CruDiv711.[5]
- 30 Jun 2021: Reassigned to TG22.4.[7]
Command Staff
- Commanding Officer: CAPTSG Kerry Kuhn, GCE, KR, SC, OG, CGM, GS, QBM, CBM, RMN
- Executive Officer: Commander Ann Schottler, RMN
- Ship's Bosun: Senior Chief Boatswain's Mate David Pelletier, KDE, NS, CGM, RMN
Ship's Honors
Decorations
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- Royal Meritorious Unit Citation: Awarded 13 May 2022, by order of the Gryphon Fleet CO and with the recommendation and support of the IAN Groβadmiral der Flotte: "In honor of their performance in the Imperial Andermani Navy Course Challenge, leading the total points not only in Second Fleet, but indeed leading the entire Royal Manticoran Navy in points... [HMS Hexapuma is awarded] the Royal Meritorious Unit Citation."[8]
- Royal Meritorious Unit Citation: Awarded 19 March 2023, by order of the Third Space Lord, for "substantial contributions to their local community, as well as providing substantial presence in their local convention circuit. Their efforts shed a positive light on TRMN as an org, and their Commanding Officer, Captain Senior Grade Kerry Kuhn should be proud of their efforts over CY 2022."[9]
Ship's Orders
| NOTE: This Wiki is the authoritative source for orders per the Fourth Space Lord. All orders have been provided by the issuing authority or are as posted in the TRMN Forums. |
Ship's Orders are subordinate to, and expand upon or amplify Admiralty Orders, Naval Directives, and Second Fleet Orders. They are applicable to Hexapuma operations and personnel.
| Order No. | Effective Date | Subject | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| HMS Hexapuma Ship's Order 1608-24 | 24 August 2016 | Place Holder for Future Orders | Inactive |
References
See Also
| Heavy cruisers | |
|---|---|
| Royal Manticoran Navy | |
| Broadsword (CA) | Broadsword (lead) - Claymore - Glaive |
| Drake (CA) | Drake (lead) |
| Prince Consort (CA) | Princess Samantha |
| Saganami-B (CA) | Juggernaut - Justicar |
| Saganami-C (CA) | Death Claw - Hexapuma - Kodiak Max - Sabrepike - Snow Leopard - Hawk - Wolf - Leopard - Jonas Adcock - Helen Zilwicki - Trebuchet |
| Star Knight (CA) | Merlin - Alchemist - Star Witch |