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| Name: | USS Courageous |
| Registry: | NCC-26431 |
| Class: | Ambassador |
| Type: | Heavy cruiser |
| Affiliation: | Federation Starfleet |
| Status: | Active (24th century) |
The USS Courageous (NCC-26431) was an Ambassador-class starship in service during the late-24th century. From 2367 onward, the ship was commanded by Captain Walter Stone. Lieutenant Commander David Rice served as Chief Engineer. From 2367-2370, Commander James Farrell served as First Officer, until he was promoted to captain and given command of the USS Repulse. (Star Trek: The Nomad Frontier: "Baptism of Fire")
Background[]
The Courageous was named for the British aircraft carrier that served in the Second World War.