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Atlas

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Atlas
Astrographical

System:

Valence system[1]

Orbiting:

Valence[1]

Moon(s):

Atlas Moons[2]

 

Atlas is a planet in the Valence system[1] known to have multiple natural satellites, collectively known as the Atlas Moons.[2]

History[edit]

The moons of Atlas were colonized by the Unified Earth Government in 2450.[1]

During the Human-Covenant War, the moons of Atlas were attacked by the Covenant in 2538,[1] resulting in the prolonged Siege of the Atlas Moons. Vice Admiral Danforth Whitcomb commanded the UNSC naval forces in the battle, gaining reputation for his accomplishments,[2] and ultimately the moons of Atlas were not glassed.[1]

Trivia[edit]

The planet (like the UNSC Atlas) is named after Atlas, a titan from the Greek mythology who bore the world on his back.

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