MM> Several Maquis ships, at least, were probably out on missions
 MM> when the Cardassians/Dominion attacked. The people on planets
 MM> settled by the Maquis would be at even greater risk during the war.
 MM> After a few defeats, Starfleet probably decided to grant amnesty
 MM> in exchange for the help of the Maquis ships.
Probably, and now that the Federation is at war, it would be a perfect time 
to get the Maquis' help.  I don't think the Maquis would be of that much of a 
help, though.
C-ya
Brian Chang
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