USS Grissom (NCC-42857)

The USS Grissom (NCC-42857) was an Excelsior-class Starfleet starship in service during the 24th century.

Near the Sigma Eridani system in 2366, the Grissom stood by to supply additional hytrilium to the USS Enterprise-D during its mission to Beta Angi II. 

The ship fought in the Dominion War, meeting its demise during the Battle of Ricktor Prime in 2375. All but six of a crew of 1,250 were lost; Lieutenant Chu'lak was one of the survivors.