Chernarussian Defence Forces

Chernarussian Defence Forces
Чернарусские Оборонительные Силы
Flag of the Chernarussian Defence Forces
Emblem of the Chernarussian Defence Forces
General
Category	Pre-Outbreak
Country	Chernarus

“	In the name of freedom, equality and brotherhood of nations of the Fatherland, we swear to fight for the freedom and independence of the Republic of Chernarus.	„
	~ From the Oath of Enlistment of CDF

The Chernarussian Defense Forces (CDF) are the combined military forces of the Republic of Chernarus. While clearly overwhelmed and brought down by the Infected outbreak, much of the equipment from the force remain intact and usable, all highly sought after by the Survivors that are in the country.

The Chernarussian Defense Forces should not be confused with the Russian Armed Forces, or with the Soviet Red Army which is the predecessor of the CDF, they inherited multiple traditions and equipment choices just as the Soviet Army, as many of the bases were built during the Soviet times.

General

Before the outbreak

The Chernarussian Defense Forces (CDF) were formed right after the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, to defend to the newly independent Republic. The army acquired nearly all Soviet assets in the country, including all the accessible military bases and weapon stockpiles.

In Autumn 2009, the CDF was involved in a bloody civil war against the opposed communist separatists and a close call shootout with the Russian Armed Forces. The newly formed communist force was known as the Chernarussian Movement of the Red Star, or Chedaki for short. After ensuing chaos since the staged bombing in Moscow, the Russian government was completely unaware of the ruse conducted by the Chedaki in which they successfully defaced the credibility and status of the Chernarussian Nationalists by painting them as the perpetrators of the bombing, which successfully tricked the Russian government to support the Chedaki. After many months of civil war without resolution, the country sought help from NATO armies to fight alongside as the Chedaki claimed most of South Zagoria, which is what led to the presence of Western and UN equipment in the area. Lack of readiness and continued fighting, left the army with no control of the expanding communist forces forcing them to retreat.

Post-Outbreak

At some point after (or during) the civil war, an infection rapidly spread throughout Chernarus. The CDF made many attempts to contain and destroy the outbreak. They evacuated the cities of Chernarus, set up military camps, bombed cities, and set up roadblocks. But, even with these attempts, they were clearly overwhelmed by the Infected. Their soldiers either fled to the forest or became Infected themselves. With most of their soldiers dead by then, the CDF fell back or was completely destroyed. Now, many Weapons, Equipment and Vehicles remain throughout the landscape of Chernarus, mostly in a damaged, but often in a repairable state. Because of this, military equipment is some of the most sought after loot in the game, frequently used by Survivors and Bandits alike.

Recruitment

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  Translation: "Protect your homeland -- Protect your country! -- Armed Forces of Chernarus

The CDF was also recruiting from the local population in Chernarus and had recruitment ads in some cities.

Facilities

Here are all the currently known Military installations in South Zagoria:

Military Bases

• Military Base at Bashnya
• Military Base at Green Mountain
• Military Base near Pavlovo
• Military Base near Veresnik
• Military Base in Zelenogorsk
• Military Radar and Missile Base near Tisy

Military Camps

• Military Camp at the International Airfield
• Military Camp at Myshkino

Airfields

• Chernarus International Airfield
• Krasnostav Airstrip
• Balota Airstrip

Equipment

The Chernarus Defense forces have a wide variety of equipment in their bases and camps, although it is unknown exactly how much of it was used by them.

Combat Uniform

This uniform is probably a direct copy from its Russian counterpart.

Beret

Combat Helmet

Assault Backpack

Combat Jacket

Combat Pants

Military Boots

Patrol Uniform

This uniform was named after the unit stationed at Gorka before Beta 0.63. It is based on a real life uniform of the same name.

Assault Helmet

Patrol Jacket

Patrol Pants

Tanker Uniform

Tanker Helmet

Pilot Uniform

Flight Helmet

Soviet Uniform

Traditional Soviet Red Army uniforms and hats are a part of the culture in Chernarus, often worn during May 9th or often known as "Victory Day" to commemorate the victory of World War 2 by the Soviet Union. It is celebrated in former Soviet countries like Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, etc.

Pilotka

Officer Hat

Trivia

• The Flag of the Chernarus Defense Force is likely inspired by the Flag of the city of Prague, given the identical style and almost identical colors
• The military bases, camps, and airfields were built in the Cold War times by the Soviet Union

See also

• Chernarussian Movement of the Red Star
• Russian Armed Forces
• National Party
• United States Marine Corps
• United Nations

References

• ^ Based on Chernarussian Defence Forces info from Arma2.