The USS Stethem (DDG-63) is a guided-missile destroyer in the United States Navy, part of the Arleigh Burke-class. Commissioned in 1995, it is named after Petty Officer 2nd Class Robert Stethem, a Navy diver who was killed by terrorists in 1985. The ship is designed for multi-mission operations, including anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare. Equipped with advanced radar and missile systems, the USS Stethem can engage in various combat scenarios while also supporting humanitarian missions. The ship has a displacement of approximately 9,200 tons and is powered by gas turbines, allowing for high speed and maneuverability in diverse maritime environments.