USS Stargazer (prototype)

The USS Stargazer-A was a 24th century Heavy Cruiser, geared toward "scientific research and exploration". It was considered to be one of the "Ships of the Line."

The ship was built at the San Francisco Fleet Yards. 

2381
On stardate 58839.03, construction was begun on the Stargazer. 

2387
The Stargazer was sent to the Devos system in order to keep an eye on Alpha Jem'Hadar who conquered Devos II. This mission was part of Starfleet's arrangement to help the Cardassians deal with "issues outside of their borders.