USS Russell DDG 59 Crest (U.S. Navy) White Coffee Mug

The USS Russell DDG 59 Crest represents a United States Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, named after Rear Admiral Samuel "Sam" Russell, who was the Chief of Naval Operations during the Vietnam War. This vessel, commissioned in August 1997, is equipped with Aegis combat system and vertical launching systems for various types of missiles. It primarily operates as a multi-mission surface combatant, capable of conducting anti-air warfare, anti-submarine warfare, and surface warfare. The crest on the ship showcases a stylized representation of the state of Alabama (where Russell was born) and a phoenix, symbolizing rebirth and renewal, in recognition of Russell's leadership during the post-World War II rebuilding of the U.S. Navy.