Gene Currana

Gene Currana was a Crimson Blade officer fighting during the Kamian Succession Wars who's remarkable tale of survival and repatriation captured the imagination of the entire Foundation.

Early Life

Gene crew up in the Utopia Gregaria star system, where both of his parents worked as controllers in the stardocks used for fitting out warships. Like many residents, Gene was encouraged to pursue a carrier path that would one day have him working at the shipyards, but the young boy had other ideas.

From an early age, he dreamed of visiting the stars. Excited about the prospects, he enrolled in pre-academy and later academy, earning a commission in the Crimson Blade. He had little fear of death, and was well known as an efficient and passionate soldier.

Military Career

Gene had never aquired a specific specialty, but had not qualified for command school. He spent most of his time as a junior officer bouncing around various ships where he typically worked as an assistant to higher-ranking officers. He was also well known for being a good training officer, helping new crew mates learn the ins and outs of life aboard ship.

During the Succession Wars, he was involved in several major battles,