1:5th AAA

The 1st Battalion, 5th Air Defense Artillery Regiment (1-5th ADA), traces its lineage to the original 5th Regiment of Artillery, constituted in 1861. Over its long history, the unit has served in major conflicts including the Civil War, World War II, and Operation Iraqi Freedom, evolving from traditional field artillery to a modern air defense role. In recent decades, 1-5th ADA has been equipped with advanced air defense systems such as the Patriot missile system, protecting allied forces from aerial and missile threats. The battalion remains an integral part of U.S. Army air defense, upholding a legacy of adaptability and excellence in both homeland and overseas operations.