5:5th ADA

• Origins: The 5th Battalion, 5th Air Defense Artillery Regiment (5-5 ADA) traces its lineage back to 1861, originally formed as Battery H, 5th Regiment of Artillery during the American Civil War. • Civil War Service: During the Civil War, the unit participated in major campaigns including the Battle of Gettysburg and the Siege of Petersburg. • Indian Wars: Post-Civil War, the unit took part in the Indian Wars, serving in the western United States and protecting frontier settlements. • World War II: The 5th Regiment was reorganized several times, providing coastal defense and later anti-aircraft defense during World War II. • Cold War Role: 5-5 ADA played a key part in the defense of the United States and its allies during the Cold War, including deployments in Europe as part of NATO forces. • Patriot Missile System: The battalion became one of the first U.S. Army units to operate the Patriot missile system, a key air and missile defense platform. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: 5-5 ADA deployed to the Middle East, providing air defense coverage for coalition forces during the 2003 invasion of Iraq. • Unit Motto: The unit's motto is "Volens et Potens," which translates to "Willing and Able." • Distinctive Unit Insignia: Their insignia features a red shield with a gold cannon, symbolizing their artillery heritage and air defense mission. • Modern Deployments: Today, 5-5 ADA continues to serve as part of the U.S. Army’s air and missile defense force, with recent deployments including support missions in South Korea and the Middle East.