Difference between revisions of "USS Mackenzie"

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=== Design and Layout ===
=== Design and Layout ===
The Mackenzie was built to be a force for good in whatever theatre she was assigned.  Her bridge is designed to function as a flagship for a higher ranked officer if needed but also serve the day to day functions needed.  
The Mackenzie was built to be a force for good in whatever theatre she was assigned.  Her bridge is designed to function as a flagship for a higher ranked officer if needed but also serve the day to day functions needed.  
[[File:Tadeo-d-oria-c6-01.jpg|left|thumb|243x243px|The Helm and Tactical Station]]
[[File:Tadeo-d-oria-c6-01.jpg|left|thumb|224x224px|The Helm and Tactical Station]]


==== The Bridge ====
==== The Bridge ====
The bridge of the USS Mackenzie has been refit once in 2400 by Chief Engineer Katsumi Okada at the direction of Captain Harris.  Two consoles were installed in the secondary command chairs and the lighting and carpet colors were changed.  All chairs on the bridge are equipped with the latest restraints to ensure safety during turbulent situations.
The bridge of the USS Mackenzie has been refit once in 2400 by Chief Engineer Katsumi Okada at the direction of Captain Harris.  Two consoles were installed in the secondary command chairs and the lighting and carpet colors were changed.  All chairs on the bridge are equipped with the latest restraints to ensure safety during turbulent situations.
[[File:Tadeo-d-oria-c5-01.jpg|left|thumb|228x228px|The three rear Tactical stations]]
The helm and tactical stations are at the front of the bridge to allow for concentrated efforts between the two departments.  The chairs are able to smoothly shift as need. 


The helm and tactical stations are at the front of the bridge to allow for concentrated efforts between the two departments.  The chairs are able to smoothly shift as need.  The three consoles in the rear of the bridge behind the center command chairs are additional tactical stations that are manned during Red Alert scenarios where Battle Stations have been called.
The three consoles in the rear of the bridge behind the center command chairs are additional tactical stations that are manned during Red Alert scenarios where Battle Stations have been called.


=== Operational History ===
=== Operational History ===
TBA
The USS Mackenzie was assigned the Task Force 47 in October 2400 and operated in the [[Thomar Expanse]].
 
==== Back to Work ====
The newly promoted Captain Harris and his crew [https://bravofleet.com/mission/64966 picked up various missions] from 10.16.2400 to 10.31.2400 when they are briefed on the impending mission to the [[Delta Quadrant]].
 
==== Blood Dilithium ====
During the events of the Blood Dilithium situation in the [[Delta Quadrant]], the Mackenzie was assigned to assist and support the sector from '''11.1.2400 to 12.1.2400.'''  Their missions are contained with the "[https://bravofleet.com/stories?_mission=64941 Wayward Sons]" mission file.  During this time the Mackenzie and her crew experienced first hand the brutality of the Delta Quadrant from The [[Devore Imperium]], the Voth, and more.
 
==== The Island of the Damned ====
The crew is asked to assist the Palasa Transport Group with a situation that has them concerned enough to reach out to Starfleet. [https://bravofleet.com/mission/68365 This mission is currently ongoing.]


=== Crew ===
=== Crew ===
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===Notable Crew===
===Notable Crew===
====Commanding Officers====
====Commanding Officers====
*Captain Alexandra "The Hammer" Pantuso.
*2.15.2395-4.20.2400: '''Captain Alexandra "The Hammer" Pantuso'''
**At the age of 65, she was given the chance to work on identifying weaknesses in the design for improvement in the model. She considered her work completed and retired from Starfleet at the age of 70 on April 20th, 2400.
**At the age of 65, she was given the chance to work on identifying weaknesses in the design for improvement in the model. She considered her work completed and retired from Starfleet at the age of 70 on April 20th, 2400.
*10.16.2400 - Present: [[bfms char:52884|Captain Ambrose Harris]]
*10.16.2400 - Present: [[bfms char:52884|'''Captain Ambrose Harris''']]
**Promoted to Captain and reassigned from the USS Edinburgh.
**Promoted to Captain and reassigned from the USS Edinburgh.


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Revision as of 04:03, 15 February 2023


USS Mackenzie is an Excelsior II-class heavy cruiser assigned to the Fourth Fleet under the command of Captain Ambrose Harris.

Ship History

The USS Mackenzie began construction in February of 2392 and was completed in December of 2394. Her shakedown cruise was on January 15th, 2395 and she was certified a month later on February 15th, 2395. She is named after Alexander Slidell MacKenzie, an officer in the United States Navy during the American Civil War. Many ships over the years have carried the name in honor of Mackenzie and his legacy. Her story has just begun.

Design and Layout

The Mackenzie was built to be a force for good in whatever theatre she was assigned. Her bridge is designed to function as a flagship for a higher ranked officer if needed but also serve the day to day functions needed.

The Helm and Tactical Station

The Bridge

The bridge of the USS Mackenzie has been refit once in 2400 by Chief Engineer Katsumi Okada at the direction of Captain Harris. Two consoles were installed in the secondary command chairs and the lighting and carpet colors were changed. All chairs on the bridge are equipped with the latest restraints to ensure safety during turbulent situations.

The three rear Tactical stations

The helm and tactical stations are at the front of the bridge to allow for concentrated efforts between the two departments. The chairs are able to smoothly shift as need.

The three consoles in the rear of the bridge behind the center command chairs are additional tactical stations that are manned during Red Alert scenarios where Battle Stations have been called.

Operational History

The USS Mackenzie was assigned the Task Force 47 in October 2400 and operated in the Thomar Expanse.

Back to Work

The newly promoted Captain Harris and his crew picked up various missions from 10.16.2400 to 10.31.2400 when they are briefed on the impending mission to the Delta Quadrant.

Blood Dilithium

During the events of the Blood Dilithium situation in the Delta Quadrant, the Mackenzie was assigned to assist and support the sector from 11.1.2400 to 12.1.2400. Their missions are contained with the "Wayward Sons" mission file. During this time the Mackenzie and her crew experienced first hand the brutality of the Delta Quadrant from The Devore Imperium, the Voth, and more.

The Island of the Damned

The crew is asked to assist the Palasa Transport Group with a situation that has them concerned enough to reach out to Starfleet. This mission is currently ongoing.

Crew

TBA

Support Craft

TBA

Notable Crew

Commanding Officers

  • 2.15.2395-4.20.2400: Captain Alexandra "The Hammer" Pantuso
    • At the age of 65, she was given the chance to work on identifying weaknesses in the design for improvement in the model. She considered her work completed and retired from Starfleet at the age of 70 on April 20th, 2400.
  • 10.16.2400 - Present: Captain Ambrose Harris
    • Promoted to Captain and reassigned from the USS Edinburgh.