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")