9th USASA

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About 9th USASA

The 9th United States Army Security Agency (USASA) was activated in the 1950s during the early years of the Cold War. Its primary mission was signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic warfare, focusing on intercepting and analyzing enemy communications in the Pacific and Asian theaters. The unit played a significant role during the Vietnam War, providing critical intelligence support to U.S. and allied forces. The 9th USASA contributed to operations by enhancing situational awareness and supporting tactical decisions until its eventual inactivation and reorganization in the mid-1970s as part of broader Army intelligence restructuring.

Unit Members

Robert Sparkman

U.S. Army

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Harry Saxton

U.S. Army

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Photos

Boot Camp

Company C 1st Bn. 38th Inf. Regt. • U.S. Army • 1989

1980

101st airborne division • U.S. Army

U.S. Army

New uniform for wedding

82nd Airborne • U.S. Army • 2018

About 9th USASA

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins: The 9th United States Army Security Agency (USASA) Field Station was originally established during the Cold War, with a primary mission of signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic warfare. • Location: The 9th USASA was famously stationed at Camp Wolters, Texas, and later moved to Okinawa, Japan, where it played a crucial role in intelligence gathering in the Pacific region. • Vietnam War Role: During the Vietnam War, the 9th USASA provided vital intelligence support to U.S. forces, intercepting North Vietnamese communications and aiding battlefield commanders. • Cryptologic Prowess: The unit specialized in code-breaking and cryptanalysis, contributing to the broader National Security Agency (NSA) mission. • Unit Motto: The 9th USASA adopted the motto “Vigilance in Silence,” reflecting the secretive nature of their operations. • Operation Igloo White: Members of the 9th USASA were involved in Operation Igloo White, a top-secret project that used electronic sensors to monitor the Ho Chi Minh trail. • Technological Innovation: The unit was one of the first to employ advanced radio direction-finding equipment, which was key in locating enemy positions. • Decorations: The 9th USASA and its personnel received several commendations for their effective and clandestine service during multiple conflicts. • Legacy: The 9th USASA’s legacy lives on in today’s Army intelligence units, with many veterans becoming founding members of the Association of Former Intelligence Officers (AFIO). • Espionage & Intrigue: The unit was sometimes the target of enemy espionage efforts, leading to heightened security protocols and secretive operations.