USS Donald Cook(DDG-75)

USS Donald Cook (DDG-75) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on December 4, 1998. Named in honor of Medal of Honor recipient Colonel Donald G. Cook, the ship has played a significant role in various operations, including deployments to the Mediterranean Sea and participation in NATO exercises. Notably, Donald Cook became widely recognized in 2014 when it was buzzed by Russian aircraft in the Black Sea, highlighting its presence in international security affairs. The vessel continues to serve as a forward-deployed asset in the U.S. Sixth Fleet, contributing to maritime security and multinational defense cooperation.