The USS Sampson DDG 102 Crest is a destroyer ship that serves in the United States Navy. It belongs to the Arleigh Burke-class of guided missile destroyers and was commissioned into service on May 24, 2008. The crest associated with the USS Sampson DDG 102 symbolizes its role, values, and history within the U.S. Navy. The design typically includes significant imagery representing the ship's homeport or affiliations, embodying a blend of naval tradition and modern warfare capabilities. The Arleigh Burke-class destroyers are versatile, multi-mission ships capable of conducting a broad spectrum of operations, from peacetime presence and crisis management to sea control and power projection in support of the United States' military strategy.