The Battle of Garos took place in the era of the Galactic Civil War, occurring soon after the conclusion of the Thrawn campaign. After enduring years of significant local insurgency against the forces of the Galactic Empire, the New Republic successfully liberated the world of Garos IV.
Following the demise of Grand Admiral Thrawn, Alexandra Winger, an individual affiliated with the Garosian resistance, participated in a mission on the planet of Sarahwiee alongside Luke Skywalker and the Page's Commandos. Due to Alex Winger's involvement, the New Republic became aware of the situation on Garos IV, which prompted them to dispatch a fleet to Garos.
In anticipation of the New Republic's impending invasion, Jaalib Brandl, a Dark Jedi, was given the responsibility of supervising the evacuation of Imperial dignitaries from the capital city of Ariana.
Early in the confrontation, Brandl, who had decided to betray the Empire and murder the governor, abducted Alexandra Winger and her adoptive father, the Imperial Governor of Garos IV. Tork Winger sustained serious injuries, but Alex was successful in persuading the Dark Jedi to release them.
The New Republic, with the assistance of the Garosian resistance, engaged the numerically inferior Imperial forces stationed on the planet. The battle was brief, and the damage inflicted upon the planet was minimal. Matt Turhaya, who was Alex Winger's biological father, perished during the assault.
Following the conclusion of the battle, Garos IV became a member of the New Republic. Several weeks after the battle, a prisoner exchange occurred, which enabled Dair Haslip to once again infiltrate the ranks of the Imperial forces.
The University of Garos's acclaim led to an economic improvement for the planet in the years that followed.