USS Paul Hamilton DDG-60

• Namesake: USS Paul Hamilton (DDG-60) is named after Paul Hamilton, the third Secretary of the Navy, who served from 1809 to 1813 under President James Madison. • Commissioning: The ship was commissioned on May 27, 1995, making it one of the later Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyers to join the fleet in the 20th century. • Class and Capabilities: As a Flight I Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, Paul Hamilton is equipped with the Aegis Combat System, making it capable of air, surface, and subsurface warfare. • Homeport: As of 2024, USS Paul Hamilton is homeported at Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, a strategic base for U.S. operations in the Pacific. • Operation Enduring Freedom: The ship participated in Operation Enduring Freedom, supporting combat operations in Afghanistan following the September 11, 2001 attacks. • Missile Defense: USS Paul Hamilton is fitted with the AN/SPY-1D radar and Vertical Launching System (VLS), enabling it to conduct ballistic missile defense missions. • International Exercises: The ship frequently takes part in multinational exercises such as RIMPAC (Rim of the Pacific) and Pacific Partnership, enhancing interoperability with allied navies. • Historic Deployment: In April 2014, USS Paul Hamilton completed a nine-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility, covering the Middle East and Western Pacific. • Humanitarian Missions: Besides combat roles, Paul Hamilton has supported humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations, showcasing the versatility of the U.S. Navy's destroyers. • Popular Culture: The ship’s crest and motto, "The Will to Win," reflect its heritage and have appeared in various Navy promotional materials and documentaries about modern naval warfare.