Editing Miranda Class (section)

==History==
[[Image:USS_Brattain.jpg|thumb|left|Miranda-class starship portside view]]

Introduced in the latter half of the 23rd century, these ships typically performed patrol and survey assignments. Despite the small size, the class performed satisfactorily. Several series and variants of these ships were produced throughout the 23rd and 24th centuries, with many still serving in the fleet through the mid-2370s.  The design filled a number of different mission profiles, including Supply ship (the USS Lantree), science vessel (the USS Brattain).  These vessels served in a large number of engagements during the Cardassian Conflict. Used primarily as escorts, many were subsequently lost. 

Many ships of the class saw action during the First and Second Battles of Chin'toka and the Battle of Cardassia. Many ships of the class were stationed near Deep Space 9.