69th ADA

The 69th Air Defense Artillery Brigade (69th ADA) traces its origins to World War II, when it was first constituted as part of the U.S. Army’s growing need for anti-aircraft defense. Throughout its history, the unit has played a critical role in providing air and missile defense, notably serving in campaigns during the Cold War and subsequent conflicts. Reactivated and reorganized several times, the 69th ADA Brigade is currently based at Fort Cavazos, Texas, and is equipped with modern Patriot missile systems. Today, the unit remains an essential component of the Army’s air defense capabilities, prepared to deploy worldwide in defense of U.S. and allied forces.