Operation Mandrake

Operation Mandrake, also known as the Battle of Oberon, was a 2946 [United Empire of Earth](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/VyvyKxy4v6-united-empire-of-earth) (UEE) military offensive against the [Vanduul](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/VpGPp92gdO-vanduul). Led by Admiral [Ernst Bishop](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/ReJaavPB3k-ernst-bishop) of the 65th Battle Group, it took shape when the [UEE Navy](https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/RPDvKOpdP4-uee-navy) received credible intelligence that a large group of Vanduul was preparing to launch a mass invasion. Bishop dispatched a strike team to sweep the system and engage the Vanduul as soon as they appeared. While these forces engaged the Vanduul in battle, the UEES *Retribution* moved into position to block potential escape routes and then proceeded to destroy the remaining Vanduul fleet, leading to a conclusive UEE victory.