Task Force 8 :43 ADA

Task Force 8 / 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) traces its lineage to the historic 43rd ADA Regiment, originally constituted in the early 20th century to provide coastal and later air defense. Reactivated and reorganized over the decades, the unit played a critical role in Cold War air defense missions and has since adapted to modern threats, specializing in missile defense operations. As Task Force 8, the unit has participated in numerous joint and combined exercises, deploying advanced Patriot missile systems to protect allied and U.S. forces in key regions. Today, 8 / 43 ADA stands at the forefront of integrated air and missile defense, demonstrating readiness and resilience in support of national and allied security objectives.