Two Years, Seven Months, and Six days Later…
Colorado, Rift Gate Headquarters
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"Sweetie Belle, it's time to get up." said a familiar voice. "Today's the day."

Sweetie Belle, now a solid twelve years old, looked at Scootaloo, who was buzzing with excitement.

"It is." Sweetie Belle said, looking at two wall calendars, posted above her bunk. "Where's Apple Bloom?"

"Waiting on you two." she said, coming in. "Sergeant Redford's waiting for us in the mess hall."

As the three young mares headed out, they smiled at the mass of troops, tanks, and airplanes currently mustering beneath them. This was the beginnings of Operation: A LIGHT IN THE BLACK, the Allied invasion of Equestria.

So much had passed in the time since the three of them had come to Earth. After a speaking tour across the United States, they had returned to London and met with the English Crown, and finally visited London Soon after, the end of the Second World War sent them down Broadway with confetti flying everywhere. So much had happened, but not all of it was good.

President Roosevelt passing away, Harry Truman taking the oath of office...it was so surreal. Scootaloo still remembered the man like he was still alive and with them.

And today, they were heading home.

"Hey, you three!"

They turned and smiled at former Sergeant, now First Lieutenant Redford and Badger Team, who approached with smiles.

"Today's the day." Redford said. "I'm leading the first few squads once we hit the ground."

"That's right, Lieutenant Redford." Scootaloo said. "Is everything set?"

"The Rift is primed and ready." Redford said. "We're waiting on President Truman to send us off. Speaking of, once we've cleared the area, we'll be heading towards this Ponyville town that you told us about."

"Sounds good." Sweetie Belle said. "Lead the way."

As the three of them followed Sergeant Redford to the massive staging area, Dr. Breighner and President Truman stood near the main switch.

"All functions are stable." Erik said. "We're waiting on your word. If my calculations are correct, and with luck, we'll end up near Ponyville."

"Good." Truman said. "We all set?"

"Yes, sir." Eisenhower said. "All troops are green, and follow-up units are en route."

"Then let's get a move on."

As Truman threw the switch, the massive ring-shaped gate filled with white energy, then it took the form of a small, woodland clearing.

"Word is given." Truman said.

"All units, this is General Eisenhower." the veteran leader said. "Introduce yourselves to the Caribou bastards."

"ROLL 'EM OUT!" Redford yelled as the entire mass of forces lurched as one. As the three mares held on tightly, they entered the vortex and all went white.

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Canterlot Dungeons

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Twilight Sparkle gasped for breath as she lay in her cell, bound tighter than ever. Her horn, while not removed, was covered in a substance that prohibited magical buildup. Ever since the Caribou invasion barely a year ago, lots had changed.

Her friends were scattered to the winds, and the males had taken hold of their new positions of power. Mares were advertised on the streets of cities, and Twilight herself had been publicly raped by Dainn on the anniversary of the invasion. The Caribou were growing fat on the plunder of Equestria, and they were certainly enjoying it.

Every night, Twilight prayed to whatever deity was listening for help, for freedom.

Little did she know, that freedom was coming very soon...and with a righteous vengeance.

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As the bulk of Operation: White Herald's forces arrived on the plain opposite Whitetail Mountain, the engineers immediately set to work building a base and beginning work on an airstrip.

"Lieutenant Redford." Eisenhower said to the veteran soldier. "I have your first mission."

"What is it, sir?" Redford said.

"You'll be taking Ponyville in three hours, under Operation Overlord ll." Eisenhower said. "I've rallied a few tanks to support you. From what our scouts can tell, they've barricaded the town with a single gate."

"You want us to kick it down?" Redford asked.

"Kick it down and kill any Caribou that crosses your path." Eisenhower replied. "Once we're clear, rally up and prepare for a counterattack. We'll have air support ready as soon as the runway's finished."

"Roger that."

Redford and his team mounted up on a trio of Jeeps mounted with machine guns, bordering three Sherman tanks, titled "Curb-Stomper", "Wicked Witch", and "Road-Hog."

"Where's Scootaloo and the others?" Drake asked.

"They'll arrive once we've secured the town." Redford replied. "Let's go, we don't have time to waste!"

As the six vehicles rolled out, the three mares headed to the command tent to speak with Eisenhower.

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As the US forces reached the outskirts of Ponyville, a crowd of Caribou guarded the gate.

"Want us to ram it down?" the driver of Wicked Witch asked.

"I've got a better idea." Redford replied. "Kill the guards, make as much noise as possible."

"...Oh, I get it. You're on." the driver of Road-Hog replied. As they moved into position, Keller picked up a rock and hurled it at one of the Caribou.

"OW!" the warrior replied, grabbing his spear. "Who goes there?"

As the US Army emerged and Redford hefted up his rifle, the Caribou blanched as one.

"Your worst nightmare, motherfuckers." Redford yelled. "OPEN FIRE!"

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The occupying Caribou of Ponyville woke up to loud blasts of thunder and cracks of sound, shattering the relative quiet of the town. As the Caribou rushed towards the gate, the General in charge, Ralko, roared as the gate opened.

"Who dares attack us!?" he roared. "Show yourselves!"

As the gate ascended and revealed the US Army, Redford smiled again.

"If you insist." he smiled before opening fire with his M1 Garand. As the Caribou scrambled back, the tanks rolled into the field, each priming a very large and highly-explosive invitation to hell for whoever was on the other side.

"FIRE!" Redford yelled as his soldiers opened up, cutting down the Caribou. "Take them out!"

As the Caribou screamed and ran, the remaining Caribou soldiers approached…

...and several puddles of yellow liquid appeared below their legs, once they saw their attackers. As they were shot to pieces, Redford grabbed one of the survivors by the hoof and forced him to the ground.

"Where are the ponies at?" he barked.

"In the slave pens!" the Caribou replied. "Don't kill me!"

"Didn't say please." Redford said, shooting the Caribou in the head. "Move up!"

As the Tanks rolled into the plaza, blowing apart scores of Caribou, Redford growled at the sight of stocks and other cruel instruments strewn about.

"Tear this bullshit apart!" he yelled. "Burn it down!"

"Yes, sir!" Wilson said as he toppled over a set of gibbets before igniting the wood. As the soldiers advanced, more and more Caribou came to the slaughter.

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As the chained slaves of Ponyville awoke due to the cacophony outside, Applejack groaned.

"Damn, what's going on?" she moaned.

"I don't know." Rarity weeped. "Oh, Celestia, have mercy."

As the noise slowly ceased, the door opened to their pen, and everypony there gasped as one. Redford and Badger Team entered, heads held up high.

"Who are you?" Cheerilee asked in fear.

Redford smiled at her.

"We...are freedom." he replied, uprooting the peg that kept their chains locked in place. "We are the United States Army, we came to help."

As the mares looked on in shock, the rest of Badger Team began unlocking their chains, untying restraints, and removing collars. Redford sheltered them outside, where the surviving Caribou were held at gunpoint.

"Any of them move, shoot 'em." Redford ordered. "Eisenhower, this is Badger."

"We read you." Eisenhower said over the radio.

"Town is secure." Redford smiled. "Send the calvary."

"Incoming."

As the former slaves watched in awe, the full might of Operation: White Herald entered Ponyville. Tanks, soldiers,and jeeps soon occupied the full of the town, and US Army medics were treating the wounded. As Rarity and Applejack watched, three familiar faces ran straight for them.

"RARITY!" Sweetie Belle cried, lunging for her sister and embracing her. Rarity's eyes filled with tears as she returned the hug, sobbing.

"Sweetie Belle, you've grown so much." Rarity sobbed. As Applebloom and Applejack broke apart, Apple Bloom smiled.

"You've changed a lot." Applejack said. "You don't even look like my little sis anymore."

"A lot has happened." Applebloom said as they watched the soldiers escort the Caribou to a holding area. "And we brought help."

"We brought more than help."

The citizens turned to Eisenhower, who spoke loud enough that their souls were lifted.

"We bring liberation for all Equestria."

Author's Notes:

Update!

Next time-The Caribou response.