USS Lawrence (DDG-4) was a guided missile destroyer in the United States Navy, commissioned in 1963. Named after Captain James Lawrence, a naval officer known for his famous quote, "Don't give up the ship," the vessel served primarily in the Atlantic and Mediterranean fleets. The ship was equipped with advanced radar and missile systems, allowing it to perform various missions, including anti-aircraft and anti-submarine warfare. USS Lawrence was decommissioned in 1994 after over three decades of service, contributing to the U.S. Navy's capabilities during the Cold War and beyond.