2160s

2163

Terran colonists bound for McHenry are forced to abandon ship in the Muskegon system, eventually establishing a colony there instead, despite the harsh conditions. (1623p21)

2168

Colonization efforts expand beyond 35-40 light years from Terra. The action becomes a concern because the distance exceeds the limit of a single FTL jump. To keep track of this staggering rate of growth, Terran Parliament declares a census, known as the Alliance Grand Survey. (1620p15)