Happy 23rd anniversary, Independence Fleet! For anyone new and not aware or simply not wanting to do the math, this club was founded all the way back on July 4, 2001. Continuing a tradition we began a few years ago, here is a message from a special guest:
- Independence Fleet 23rd Anniversary Message #1 (YouTube)
- Independence Fleet 23rd Anniversary Message #1 (mp4)
What else do we have for this year? You might remember the 20th Anniversary Almanac that we published three years ago. Well, we got the cover page signed by none other than Star Trek legend William Shatner:
A closer view of the signature:
In case you were wondering, the cover photo at the top is indeed based on the greatest Star Trek selfie ever taken by LeVar Burton. Thank you to Captain Misaki for creating our header image two years in a row.
I almost forgot, we have a second message this year too:
- Independence Fleet 23rd Anniversary Message #2 (YouTube)
- Independence Fleet 23rd Anniversary Message #2 (mp4)
Happy anniversary, IDF! Here’s to 23 years and much more!
Capt. Shran says:
Happy Anniversary IDF! Its been a wild and crazy ride for 23 years, and I’m looking forward to at least 23 more. Friends, family, and great writers all, I salute you and hope we and the fleet live long and prosper.
Charles Star says:
Indeed it has been! The time between IDF’s launch and today is greater than the time between Star Trek: The Motion Picture’s release and IDF’s launch.
Tim Murphy says:
It’s another great year in the rear view mirror.
Albert says:
Is that really signed by William Shatner?
Charles Star says:
Yes, it is his real signature!
The Butler says:
I can’t believe this fleet still exists.
Kevin says:
Congratulations, IDF.
Tanner says:
Heres to 23 more years and many more.
Degeneration Z says:
I wonder how many total people have served in the fleet over the years.