1:51st ADA

The 1st Battalion, 51st Air Defense Artillery Regiment (1-51st ADA) traces its roots back to the early 20th century, originally constituted in 1917 as part of the Coast Artillery Corps. Throughout its history, the unit has undergone several activations, inactivations, and redesignations, serving in various air defense roles during World War II, the Cold War, and beyond. During the late 20th and early 21st centuries, 1-51st ADA was stationed in Germany and South Korea, providing critical air defense capabilities with systems such as the Patriot missile. Today, the battalion continues its mission of protecting allied forces from aerial threats, exemplifying adaptability and excellence in air defense operations.