The USS McFaul (DDG-74) is a guided-missile destroyer of the United States Navy, part of the Arleigh Burke-class. Commissioned in 1998, it is named after Master-at-Arms Second Class Michael McFaul, who was awarded the Navy Cross for his bravery during the Vietnam War. The ship is designed for multi-mission operations, including anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare. Equipped with advanced radar and weapon systems, the USS McFaul can engage in various combat scenarios and support naval operations. It is also capable of conducting humanitarian missions and disaster relief efforts. The ship is homeported in Norfolk, Virginia, and has participated in numerous exercises and deployments worldwide.