One of the more interesting ships I served on was the HMIS Mumbai.  Now India’s not part of the Western Alliance, but is still part of the British Commonwealth, putting it in a rather unique political position.  The Mumbai was caught at Alpha Centauri when The War started and fought with the British Navy.  I flew off her during some of the fighting in the Hyades.  I have to say, the Indians are real scary intense fighters.  Great friends.  Dangerous enemies.  I like ’em.