Welcome to the USS Laffey!  Part of Task Force 44's Task Group Delta, the Laffey is a formidable presence in the Raeyan Sector. Though her designation as "warship" may stir-up the folks back on Earth a bit, the Laffey and her crew are just as dedicated to maintaining peace for the Federation and exploration as any other ship in Starfleet.

It is because of ships like the Laffey that parents are able to put their kids to bed at night without worries. It is because of ships like the Laffey that Federation citizens can travel safely from world to world. We are at the front lines and behind the scenes. And if it be that our blood is spilled in defense of this great Federation of Planets, so be it, for it will not be spilled in vain for we will have died with honor. We will fight in defense of this Federation "till the war drum throbb'd no longer and the battle flags were furl'd."

Like the United States Naval Destroyers that bore the name Laffey, the Titan Class starship Laffey is a "ship that won't die." Equipped with state of the art technology and armed to the teeth, the Laffey is ready to defend the values and principles of the Federation at a moment's notice. Her presence in any skirmish has been known to be enough to send enemies packing.

The Laffey isn't all about its weaponry as some back home may think. It has a crew that is rivaled by none, men and women who have dedicated their lives to the exploration of space and the defense of freedom. We gladly accept the great responsibility that has been placed upon us.

What we're talking about here is legacy. A legacy of dedicated service to the citizens of the Federation. A legacy of honor and commitment - one of unfailing valor in the face of danger. A legacy that will echo in the halls of time and history.

Take a look around. I know you will like what you see. We have one of the finest crews to match one of the finest ships in the fleet. May I suggest reading the Mission Logs? Here you will find the story of the legacy of the Laffey and her valiant crew as they blaze their names into history among the stars.

The Navigation bars will help you to make your way around the ship. Looking around, you may find that the Laffey is a little rougher around the edges than your average starship. There are very few families aboard, though I do welcome them. The corridors can be a little cramped at times and the quarters are a bit smaller than what you may find on a Galaxy class starship, but we like to call it home.

As a part of GrayMist, the Laffey is responsible for gathering information that is beneficial to Starfleet Command. Here you will find information about the Raeyan Sector which we are just now exploring and coming to understand - a sector full of friendly and dangerous alien races alike. The galaxy can be a dangerous place, but you will find that it takes more than a little bloody nose to send us back home.

If you like what you see and want to start writing your legacy, then apply today. What kind of legacy will you leave?

Rear Admiral Matt Maverick
Commanding Officer