617th ADA

The 617th Air Defense Artillery (ADA) traces its lineage to World War II, where it was originally activated as an anti-aircraft artillery unit. Over the decades, the 617th ADA has been reorganized and redesignated to meet evolving air defense needs, including Cold War-era deployments to protect key assets and installations. The unit has operated a variety of air defense systems, from towed anti-aircraft guns to modern missile platforms, contributing to both continental and forward-deployed air defense missions. Today, the 617th ADA remains a vital component of the Army’s air and missile defense capability, ensuring protection against aerial threats in support of U.S. and allied operations worldwide.