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501st Legion
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Definition
The 501st Legion is a famous Republic clone unit closely tied to Anakin Skywalker, Captain Rex and later Darth Vader.
From Republic to Empire
During the Clone Wars, the 501st fights on many fronts. During Order 66 it marches into the Jedi Temple with Anakin and later becomes part of the Imperial war machine.
Fan relevance
The unit is popular because it embodies heroism, loyalty and tragedy at once: the same soldiers save worlds and help destroy the Jedi.
Related Terms
#501st#klone#vader#order-66