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BBY/ABY
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BBY (Before the Battle of Yavin) and ABY (After the Battle of Yavin) are the standard time units of the galaxy. The Battle of Yavin — the moment Luke Skywalker destroyed the first Death Star — marks Year 0.
Why Yavin?
The Battle of Yavin was a decisive moment in the history of the galaxy. It was the first major victory against the Galactic Empire and marked the beginning of the open Rebellion.
Most historians use this moment as a reference point because it was so significant.
Conversion Table
| Timepoint | BBY/ABY | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Great Sith Invasion | +25,000 BBY | The Sith attacked the galaxy |
| Founding of the Republic | +25,000 BBY | The Galactic Republic is founded |
| Episode I | 32 BBY | The Phantom Menace |
| Episode II | 22 BBY | Attack of the Clones |
| Episode III | 19 BBY | Revenge of the Sith |
| Episode IV | 0 ABY | A New Hope |
| Episode V | 3 ABY | The Empire Strikes Back |
| Episode VI | 4 ABY | Return of the Jedi |
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