Heihachiro Nogura

Heihachiro Nogura was a seasoned, and much respected Starfleet officer who served in the 23rd century. During his tenure as Commander-in-Chief of Starfleet, Nogura was affectionately known as "The Old Man", but in some circles he was referred to as "God Himself", because of his formidable air and his ability to get the job done.

Nogura entered Starfleet in the early 23rd century and became good friends with George Samuel Kirk Snr. and his wife Winona Kirk. Nogura was often a frequent visitor to the Kirk's home in Iowa, Earth and had a lasting effect on James T. Kirk as a child.

Nogura retired in the 2250s after a long and distinguished career. However, Nogura was forced back into Starfleet service as the C-and-C in 2270 following the Rittenhouse Scandal. Following the Scandal, Starfleet's reputation was shattered, and some believe its very existance was threatened after the Federation Council lost faith. With Nogura's formidable attitude and brilliant reputation, he was the perfect man to restore Starfleet to its former glory. (TOS novel: The Lost Years).