The Most Brutal Period of the Clone Wars & It's Not Even Close - A Deep Look At the Outer-Rim Sieges

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The Clone Wars saw the Republic and CIS locked in a stalemate until the Republic gained the upper hand in late 20 BBY and ultimately defeated General Grievous, leading to the rise of the Galactic Empire under Emperor Palpatine.

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  • The Clone Wars initially saw a stalemate between the Republic and CIS due to Darth Sidious' manipulations, but the Republic gained the upper hand by centralizing its industrial might, leading to victories in key regions.
  • The Outer Rim Sieges marked the final phase of the Clone Wars, with the Republic making significant advances in theaters like Felucia, Serenno, and Praesitlyn, ultimately culminating in the defeat of General Grievous and the fall of the Confederacy, paving the way for the Galactic Empire under Emperor Palpatine.

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  • What marked the final months of the Clone Wars?

    The Outer Rim Sieges

  • Who led constant offensives during the Clone Wars?

    General Grievous

  • What were the key Separatist worlds in the Felucia Theater?

    Felucia and Saleucami

  • What was the outcome of the Battle of Coruscant?

    Defeat of General Grievous

  • What was the significance of the Yag'Dhul Theater in the Clone Wars?

    Reduced Confederacy holdings

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Summary

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Republic Triumphs in Clone Wars' Final Months

  • The Clone Wars were a stalemate due to Darth Sidious' machinations, with the Republic and CIS engaging in back-and-forth battles.
  • The Republic began winning in late 20 BBY, centralizing its industrial might and pushing back Separatist forces by 19 BBY.
  • The Outer Rim Sieges marked the final months of the Clone Wars, with the Republic gaining the upper hand.
  • At the start of the Clone Wars, both the Republic and CIS were unprepared for war, with the CIS organizing its military first under General Grievous.
  • Grievous led constant offensives, attacking Republic defenses and conquering key strongholds, but the Republic eventually rallied its industrial base.
  • Republic counterattacks in 20 BBY drove Separatist forces out of the Core and Colonies, winning major victories in various regions.
  • The Outer Rim Sieges were divided into six theaters, each named after key Separatist worlds, with the Republic making significant progress.
  • The Mygeeto Theater saw intense battles, with the Republic focusing on capturing vital hyperspace crossroads and key Separatist strongholds.
  • The Serenno Theater, a politically significant region, was a calmer battlefront where Republic forces targeted powerful Separatist worlds.
  • Battles in the Serenno Theater, like Ord Radama and New Bornalex, showcased fierce combat between Republic and Separatist forces, with notable engagements by the Galactic Marines.

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Outer Rim Sieges: Theaters of Galactic Conflict

  • The Serenno Theater saw a decline in action after the initial months of the Sieges, with only two documented battles in Legends.
  • Republic forces did not reach Celanon or Serenno before the war's end, and local Separatists continued to resist Imperial occupation.
  • The Felucia Theater, the bloodiest in the Outer Rim Sieges, contained key Separatist worlds and was a major battleground.
  • The Foundry of the Confederacy in the Felucia Theater was crucial, housing industrial worlds like Felucia and Saleucami.
  • Republic forces made significant advances in the Felucia Theater, facing fierce resistance from Separatist forces.
  • Battles like Ossus and Boz Pity marked the early stages of the Outer Rim Sieges in the Felucia Theater.
  • The Siege of Saleucami, a grueling battle, involved Jedi, clone corps, and a Separatist clone army.
  • The Republic faced challenges in capturing Felucia due to its harsh conditions and Commerce Guild bases.
  • The Siskeen Theater witnessed Republic forces driving Separatists from Corellian Run strongholds like Falleen and Ando.
  • In the Praesitlyn Theater, Republic forces fought fiercely to reclaim the Rimma Trade Route from the Confederacy, including key worlds like Sullust and Mustafar.

26:03

"Galactic Empire rises after Outer Rim Sieges"

  • Republic forces attempted to take Xagobah from Techno Union control but failed due to General Grievous's intervention.
  • Wat Tambor escaped capture during the battle on Xagobah.
  • Republic forces then focused on the Rimma, breaking the Confederacy's lines at Clak'dor VII and besieging Triton.
  • Separatist forces at Sluis Van prevented the Republic from advancing further into their space.
  • General Grievous conquered Utapau after the Battle of Belderone, considering it a good hiding spot for the Separatist Council.
  • The Yag'Dhul Theater was the final theater of the Outer Rim Sieges, where the Confederacy's holdings were reduced to a small sliver of space.
  • The Battle of Sarrish was a catastrophic defeat for Republic forces, followed by victories at Tar Morden and Bomis Koori.
  • The Battle of Coruscant was orchestrated by Darth Sidious to spread fear and break the will of the Loyalists.
  • General Grievous kidnapped Supreme Chancellor Palpatine during the Battle of Coruscant but was defeated by Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
  • The Outer Rim Sieges ended with the defeat of General Grievous, the fall of the Confederacy, and the rise of the Galactic Empire under Emperor Palpatine.
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