SHIELD
Quarterly Or and Azure (Dark Blue), in the first quarter a lion rampant Sable, clawed, pupil of eye and langued Gules, fanged and eyed Argent; in the second quarter a doubled-trident palewise, the tines conjoined to a single crossbar, three (3) tines to chief and three (3) tines to base without handle Or; in third quarter the Philippines Sun Proper and in the fourth quarter, a demi-torteau emitting five lightning bolts of the fourth, overall a United States Naval Aviator device Proper, all within a bordure Or (Old Gold).
CREST
From a wreath Or and Azure (Dark Blue), a laurel wreath Vert, surmounted by an annulet Or (Old Gold), fimbriated of the second, charged in chief with four (4) mullets of the last and in base five (5) torteaux, superimposed with a sixteen (16) rayed compass rose bearing in the centre a roundel surmounting another with the image of a caravel on waves Or (Old Gold).
MOTTO
A scroll Azure (Dark Blue) edged Or, doubled Gules inscribed LAUNCH THE ATTACK' Argent.
SUPPORTERS
Behind the shield a United States Naval Officer's sword and Enlisted Chief Petty Officer's cutlass in saltire, points downward Proper.
SHIELD
Dark blue and gold are the colors traditionally used by the Navy, representing the sea and excellence. The shield conveys the United States Navy's steadfast resolve to defend national security, also indicating the USS SPRUANCE's powerful Aegis Combat System. The black rampant lion personifies Admiral Spruance's allegiance and courage. The lion is illustrated on the Order of Leopold II and Croix de Guerre medals, which were awarded to Admiral Spruance by Belgium during World War II. The trident symbolizes naval power; the double trident, taken from the coat of arms of the previous USS SPRUANCE emphasizes the multi-mission capabilities of DDG 111. The Philippines Sun commemorates his appointment as the Ambassador to the Republic of the Philippines, from 1952-1955. The red demi-sphere suggests how Japan's dominance in the Pacific changed, starting with the Battle of Midway. The lightning bolts allude to the strategic planning, brilliance, and crucial actions that characterized Admiral Spruance's decisions at sea, in addition to honoring the critical role of the Navy radio intelligence organization's cryptologic analysts, who broke the Japanese communications code. The five lightning bolts recall the Admiral's subsequent command of the Fifth Fleet. The Naval Pilot's wings exemplify the pivotal role of naval aviation in the victories at the Battle of Midway and the Battle of the Philippine Sea and acknowledge their unwavering support of Allied ground forces, so essential to the United States island hopping' campaign. The border implies the increase operational responsibilities of the ship and crew.
CREST
The laurel wreath symbolizes honor and achievement. The blue and gold circle denotes the fidelity of the individual sailor, the foundation of the Navy. The four dark blue stars indicate the highest rank achieved by Admiral Spruance. The five red circles allude to the enemy's vessels destroyed during the Battle of Midway. The compass rose underscores navigational expertise. The compass rose numerous rays signify his lifelong study and appreciation of the importance of sea power to national security. The sixteen (16) rays refer to Task Force 16, the organization commanded by Admiral Spruance at the Battle of Midway. The image in the center of the polestar, adapted from the Navy Cross, represents the medal awarded to the Admiral for extraordinary heroism as the Fifth Fleet Commander against enemy forces during the Japanese invasion, from January to May 1945.
SUPPORTERS
The crossed Naval Officer's sword Enlisted Chief Petty Officer cutlass honors the core of the Navy leadership that supports the ship and its crew.