War Crimes of the Second Galactic Civil War: Perfidy, Firebombing, and Killing Civilians

The Second Galactic Civil War was a conflict that saw the Galactic Alliance Confederation and Jedi forces, supported by Corellian backing, fighting against the Galactic Alliance under the leadership of Darth Caedus. This conflict was marked by numerous instances of perfidy, firebombing, and the intentional killing of civilians. Let's delve into these alarming acts of warfare.

Perfidy

Perfidy refers to the act of faking surrender or seeking a ceasefire solely to gain a military advantage. This tactic was employed on two notable occasions during the war.

Galactic Alliance Guard Assassination on Vulpter

The first example of perfidy occurred when Galactic Alliance Guard Forces assassinated the leader of the Galactic Alliance Confederation, Dur Gejjen, under the guise of a truce. Ben Skywalker carried out the assassination during the flag of truce on the planet Vulpter. This act demonstrated the deep-seated distrust and willingness to exploit any opportunity for a strategic advantage.

Corellian Primacy Deception and Attack on the Galactic Alliance’s Second Fleet

The strategic use of perfidy by the Corellian Primacy was further exemplified when Sadras Koyan, the Prime Minister, tried to negotiate a truce with Jacen Solo, who had become the Sith Lord Darth Caedus. Koyan's attempt was a ruse to sow discord and gain a tactical advantage. While his plan to use the superweapon Centerpoint Station against the Galactic Alliance’s Second Fleet succeeded in destroying the fleet, it ultimately failed to kill his target, as Jacen was not present during the attack.

Firebombing During Conflicts in the Second Galactic Civil War

During the early stages of the Second Galactic Civil War, Darth Caedus, in his quest for support from the Wookiees, resorted to orbital bombardment to secure their backing. However, when the Wookiees refused, Caedus turned to destructive measures, launching a deliberate and highly dangerous bombardment of their homeworld, Kashyyyk.

Countroos and the Fires of Wroshyyt Trees

Kashyyyk's lush landscape, dominated by forests, was targeted by Caedus's bombardment. He ensured that the attacks were precise and calculated, aiming to make the fires uncontrollable. By strategically choosing the firing zones, Caedus allowed the wildfires to grow to the point where they became self-sustaining. This resulted in the tragic loss of countless Wookiees and the devastation of millions of year-old Wroshyyt trees, which were irretrievably destroyed by the fires.

Killing of Civilians

The Second Galactic Civil War also bore witness to the tragic and deliberate killing of civilians. One notorious instance occurred during the Battle of Fondor, when Caedus refused to halt his attacks on Fondorian cities even after the city surrendered. This act prompted Cha Niathal and Gilead Paelleon to turn on Caedus in disgust, illustrating the severe consequences of such inhumane actions.

Battle of Commenor: Galactic Alliance Cloaked Asteroids

Another example of the intentional killing of civilians took place during the Battle of Commenor. Here, Galactic Alliance forces launched cloaked asteroids towards civilian targets, further exacerbating the already dire situation.

These war crimes are a stark reminder of the devastating impact of unethical warfare and the importance of maintaining a clear conscience and adherence to moral principles in times of conflict.