A veteran commander, Ackbar led the defense of his oceanic home world, Mon Cala, during the Clone Wars, and the Rebel cruiser assault of the Battle of Endor during the war against the Empire. A Mon Calamari, Ackbar and his people manned the distinctive warships supplied to the Rebellion by that aquatic culture.
Beyond the qualifications of his great skills and sterling character, Ackbar was a symbol to the rest of the galaxy that the Alliance is fighting for everyone, no matter what their background or origin. The Empire, in contrast, routinely subjugated non-humans.
A wise soldier, Ackbar served as captain of the Mon Calamari Guard during the Clone Wars, protecting his beloved home planet of Mon Cala.
During the Clone Wars, Captain Ackbar watched over Prince Lee-Char, advising the inexperienced royal on the finer points of warfare.
Ackbar's influence helped bring a sizable contingent of Mon Calamari into the Rebel Alliance. He is a sterling example of his people's strength of spirit.
Captain Ackbar devoted himself to the protection of Senator Meena Tills during the civil war that rocked their home world at the time of the Clone Wars.
Admiral Ackbar commands the Rebel Alliance fleet, and brought with him a sizable contingent of Mon Calamari troops, support personnel and materiel.
During the Battle of Endor, Ackbar served as fleet commander while starfighter operations were led by General Lando Calrissian. Ackbar was a more conservative tactician compared to Lando's wild improvisations during the changing tide of battle.
Admiral Ackbar commanded the attack on the second Death Star from the bridge of the headquarters frigate, Home One. The odd, bumpy looking cruisers from Mon Cala formed the backbone of the Rebel fleet.