Stephens was a Grayson citizen and a retired officer in the Grayson Space Navy. At the turn of the 20th Century PD, Stephens held the rank of Admiral, and was the Chief of Staff of the Navy. Manticoran Ambassador Anthony Langtry wondered if he was still the Chief of Staff, but Commander Walter Brentworth informed him that he was retired, and that he hated Navy Minister Long for personal reasons. (HH2)