There is pretty solid evidence the fleet does not change formation prior to the attack. The initial formation seen at the beginning is seen again during Apollo and Zack’s return. We see Zac fly the length of the fleet and the ships are all in the same positions. And this is just after Adam has returned from the presidents ship. Secondly the shuttles used seem to be fast enough to make moving ships around unnecessary. It is normal for military formations to remain stable for reasons of control and safety. You don’t want Battlestars bumping into one another.
In his conversation with Adama, President Adar makes it quite clear “It is the Cylons who sued for peace.” Adar's attitude suggests he sees this as a major victory for the Colonials and the war is truly over. Humanity can be magnanimous in their victory. Adama sees it very differently, which tells me yes humanity is winning but the Cylons are still very powerful and dangerous. To him the victory has come much too easily.
Lastly leaving any escort types at home would be in keeping with Adar’s willing ness to demonstrate humanities trust and magnanimity. Good idea there.
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