50th AAA K 13 air base Sewan, korea

The 50th Anti-Aircraft Artillery (AAA) Battalion was a United States Army unit stationed at K-13 Air Base, near Suwon (often spelled Sewan), South Korea, during the Korean War. Tasked with providing air defense for the strategically important airfield, the 50th AAA Battalion protected UN aircraft and ground installations from enemy air attacks. The unit was equipped with a variety of anti-aircraft weapons, including radar-directed guns, and played a crucial role in safeguarding air operations. Their efforts ensured the continued effectiveness of K-13 as a vital hub for UN air missions throughout the conflict.