454th AAA

The 454th AAA (Anti-Aircraft Artillery) Battalion was an American military unit activated during World War II. Assigned to protect Allied forces from enemy air attacks, the battalion was equipped primarily with anti-aircraft guns and served in several key campaigns across the European Theater. The 454th AAA provided crucial air defense during the Normandy invasion and subsequent advances through France, Belgium, and into Germany. Their effectiveness in neutralizing enemy aircraft contributed significantly to the success of Allied ground operations and overall air superiority in the European campaign.