"Orders from Above"

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“Orders from Above”

Davies Logs

Commander Simeon Davies

Commanding Officer

USS Jerusalem NCC-41009-C

January 17, 2397

 

 

“Computer, open personal log and begin recording…

 

I’m still in disbelief…. Earlier this morning I received a com from Admiral Gibraldi. Now, normally most coms with the Admiral relate to miscellaneous projects that he wants me to undertake or changes in Starfleet policy that needs to be implemented. Today, however, was different. At 0800 hours this morning Admiral Gibraldi notified me that I was to be transferred to a new command. At first I thought that Starfleet might have been unhappy with my recent performance. I’ve been commanding the Jerusalem now for over two years now and there have been instances where we’re run into some trouble. As it turns out, my fears were unfounded.

 

Apparently, some Admiral had been impressed with my command abilities and recommended me for this position…. It’s not that I doubt my abilities…it’s more like I’m surprised that I was chosen to command such a powerful ship. I will be the first to command the USS Agincourt, a Prometheus class vessel, when it pulls out of spacedock on March 16th.

 

According to Admiral Gibraldi, I will complete my tenure here on January 31st. From there I will be shuttled to Mars to oversee the space trials of the vessel before she is commissioned. I have to admit…no matter how exciting this promotion seems, I will miss the Jerusalem, just as I missed the Sentinel when I left her as Executive Officer two years ago. The Jerusalem has been my home and I’ve established many life long bonds between myself and my loyal crew. This new journey shall be different.

 

One drawback to the new command is that I have been informed that my Executive Officer will be a Starfleet Marine Corps Colonel. I’ve heard reports of tension amongst the command staff on other Starfleet destroyers, but I’m hoping that I will be able to avoid conflict. Anyway, I’m tired and I’ve got a long day tomorrow overseeing several scientific projects. The best method for understanding half the stuff that my science department puts before my eyes is a good night sleep. Good night.

 

Computer close log and save.”