3:71st ADA

The 3rd Battalion, 71st Air Defense Artillery Regiment (3-71st ADA) traces its lineage to earlier air defense units formed during World War II, with its roots in the 71st Coast Artillery. Reactivated and reorganized several times throughout the Cold War, the battalion played a key role in providing air defense for U.S. and allied forces in Europe, particularly as part of NATO’s integrated air defense network. During the late 20th and early 21st centuries, 3-71st ADA transitioned to modern air defense systems, such as the Patriot missile system, enhancing its ability to counter advanced aerial threats. Today, the battalion continues its mission of protecting critical assets and supporting U.S. and allied forces with cutting-edge air and missile defense capabilities.