USS Galaxy (NCC-70637)

USS Galaxy (NCC-70637) was a 24th century Federation Galaxy-class starship operated by Starfleet. She was the prototype of her class.

Galaxy was commissioned in 2362 at Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards, under the commandi of Captain Laurena Andreas. During the Dominion War, Galaxy saw action in pivotal battles, including the First Battle of Chin'toka in 2374 and the Battle of Cardassia the following year. At the conclusion of the war, Captain Andreas was promoted to Rear Admiral. Commander Ryan Ridolfo subsequently took command: he had served aboard Galaxy since her launch first as Chief Medical Officer and then as Executive Officer.