The USS Spruance (DD-963) is a guided-missile destroyer of the United States Navy, named after Admiral Raymond Spruance, a key naval commander during World War II. Commissioned in 1975, it is part of the Spruance-class of destroyers, designed for anti-aircraft, anti-submarine, and anti-surface warfare. The ship features advanced radar and weapon systems, including the Aegis Combat System, which enhances its capabilities in modern naval warfare. The USS Spruance served in various operations and exercises, contributing to maritime security and international cooperation until it was decommissioned in 2005.