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2014:
The family returns home after Godzilla returns to the ocean. Ford explains everything that happened to Elle and Sam.
Three days later, they are visited by Michelle Duvall. She reveals that she works for Monarch. Ford angrily argues with her that she let Joe die. She leaves warning Ford that he is indebted to Monarch.
Ford is discreetly awarded a Purple Heart for his efforts in the battle of San Francisco and is promoted to Captain.
The Navy christens a battleship as the USS Brody in honor of Joe Brody.
Elle returns to work at the hospital while Ford takes up volunteer work in the city and Sam goes back to school.
The next month, they celebrate Sam's 5th birthday.
Ford begins writing a book detailing his experiences with the Mutos and Godzilla.
2015:
Elle finds a new job due to the city being quarantined.
Ford's book is published with a foreword from Dr. Serizawa. He begins gaining a reputation as the hero of San Francisco.
2016:
Michelle gets more involved with the family's lives.
2017:
Ford goes on a promotion tour for both his book and for Monarch with Dr. Serizawa. This would be the last time they see each other.
The family moves from San Francisco to a farm ranch on the outskirts of Salt Lake City, Utah, courtesy of Monarch.
2018:
Some time in to the year, Ford is deployed on his last tour of duty. Michelle stays with Elle and Sam in his place. Not much activity.
2019:
While out of country, Ghidorah's mass awakening occurs. All Naval forces are redirected to aid in support and evacuation. Ford witnesses the battle of Boston.
Ford volunteers for the SEAL team assault on the eco-terrorists' compound. He is the one to assassinate Alan Jonah.
Ford is honorable discharged and awarded the Medal of Honor. He returns home to his family ranch. Is kept on Monarch's radar via Michelle.
2020 - 2026:
Nothing of note.
2027:
Sam turns 18 and graduates high school.
Four months after the Skar King's defeat, Sam wants to take an internship at Monarch.
Timeline to be continued...