Fallout Wiki
Register
Advertisement
Fallout Wiki

 
Gametitle-FO2Gametitle-FNVGametitle-VBGametitle-FB
Gametitle-FO2Gametitle-FNVGametitle-VBGametitle-FB
You are the great western light of California, torchbearers in the darkness, living reminders of all that is best in our republic.President Kimball

The New California Republic Army (NCRA) is the standing army of the New California Republic and one of the largest and most effective military forces in the post-nuclear United States.

History

The origins of the Army are not detailed, however, by 2241 it was the largest standing army in the Core Region, composed of several divisions, including special cavalry and mechanized units. The New California Republic Rangers was a special forces unit incorporated into the military, but with a separate chain of command.

The army has continued to grow and serve NCR's interests, securing its expansion and protecting territories under its control. It has distinguished itself both in its near destruction of various Raider tribes such as the Vipers and the Jackals, and the war against the Brotherhood of Steel.

By 2281 they were the largest military force in the Mojave Wasteland, rivaled only by the Legion, who were gathering their forces for another attack on Hoover Dam. Republic troopers protected Vegas and outlying territories, though the stalemate with the Legion forced them to stretch their forces thin along the Colorado River. This resulted in the loss of Camp Searchlight and Nelson to frumentarii attacks.

Organization

The Army's organization is inspired by pre-War American military, although adapted to the much smaller population of the wastelands. The highest level of organization of regular military forces is the battalion, which in turn is divided into companies under the command of a Captain.(5th Bn. 1st Co. is under the command of Lt Hayes for example, but the detachment under Lt. Hayes is most likely a Platoon out of Mojave Outpost, where the 5th Bn. 1st Co would be based.). Companies are in turn divided up into Platoons and these divided into squads, created at the CO's discretion. Typically, they are led by a sergeant or other non-commissioned officer.

Other units in the army, separate from the regular fighting force, include NCR Recon, (1st Recon is its best outfit), NCR Heavy Infantry Corps (under direct command of General Lee Oliver), medical corps, logistics corps (quartermasters are typically non-commissioned officers) and NCR military police.

Military bases of the Army (typically called Camps) are always under the command of a commissioned officer (usually a major eg. Polatli or Knight). Largest ones, (eg. McCarran), that train recruits, will also have Drill Sergeants. Despite their similarities with the old U.S. ways you can see drunken Military Police and a NCR MP says once he gets off guard he will get drunk and go to Gomarrah. In the Pre-War, Military Police could have breaks, but they are prohibited from drinking alcohol or having sex. Normally, they would have been discharged for such behavior.

Relations with the outside

As the military arm of the NCR, it leaves matters of diplomacy to be decided by the civilian branch of the government, (the president and the congress). Outsiders' view the military depends on their relationship with the NCR.

Technology level

The equipment of the NCR troopers is usually light but varies greatly from soldier to soldier. Standard armament is a semi-automatic 5.56mm Service Rifle, though several can be seen with either 9mm Pistols, Cowboy repeaters, Hunting Rifles, Varmint rifles (as seen on some soldiers defending Primm), or even (rarely) Caravan Shotguns. The armor of most troopers consists of a metal breastplate and backplate supported by metal pauldrons worn over brown fatigues. These armor and weapons, although modest, are very superior to the equipment employed by the Recruit legionaries, who are rarely sent into battle wielding more than machetes. There is a variation of standard foot soldiers, known as NCR heavy troopers. These soldiers are much better trained and equipped than the standard foot soldiers. They wear NCR salvaged power armor, suits of scavenged T-45d power armor from the NCR's war with the Brotherhood of Steel, giving them superior protection than standard troops. They carry heavy weaponry such as Light machine guns, Incinerators, and even missile lauchers, (albeit rarely). As the name implies, they are the heavy infantry of the NCR.

In addition to the standard foot-soldiers, there is a group of Special Forces soldiers known as the NCR Rangers. Most rangers wear NCR-designed Ranger Patrol Armor, though the assault forces wear a trench coat, originally worn by the Mojave's Desert Rangers, with a pre-war riot helmet and armor. These soldiers carry much better equipment, such as Trail carbines, Ranger Sequoias and Anti-materiel rifles.

Air Force

Unlike many other factions in the wastes, the NCR has limited airpower, with a special fleet of captured Vertibirds for special missions, with at least one Vertibird being reserved as the presidents personal vehicle ("Bear Force One"). Getting the NCR to ally with the Boomers also gives them support from a pre-war heavy bomber.

The other factions that have this capability are Brotherhood of Steel and the Enclave Remnants that are scattered all over the continent.

Gallery

Appearances

The Army appears in Fallout: New Vegas although it is mentioned in Fallout 2 and covered in the Fallout Bible.

Advertisement