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Ice Planet Hoth System

Hoth

System
Hoth
Type
Ice Planet
Population
Unknown
Government
Galactic Empire (Occupied)
Reading time: 5 min

Overview

Hoth is a frozen ice planet in the Outer Rim that served as the base for the Rebel Alliance after the Battle of Yavin.

Geography

Hoth is covered in glaciers and ice fields. The planet has extreme cold and frequent snowstorms.

Echo Base

The Rebel Alliance established Echo Base in a large cave system on Hoth. The base was hidden but vulnerable.

The Imperial Attack

Darth Vader led a massive assault on Hoth, using AT-AT walkers to breach the defenses. The Rebels were forced to evacuate.

Legacy

The Battle of Hoth became one of the most iconic moments in Star Wars history, featuring the famous AT-AT attack sequence.

Appearances in Movies & Series

The Empire Strikes Back
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