8:43 ADA

8th Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery Regiment (8-43 ADA) is a unit within the United States Army specializing in air and missile defense. Originally constituted as part of the 43rd Artillery in the early 20th century, the battalion has undergone several reorganizations and redesignations throughout its history. Notably, 8-43 ADA has played significant roles in providing air defense in Europe and the Middle East, employing systems such as the Patriot missile to protect U.S. and allied forces from aerial threats. The unit continues to serve as a critical component of the Army’s air defense capabilities, adapting to evolving threats in modern warfare.