59 Air Defense Artillery Regiment (U.S. Army) Black Coffee Mug

The 59th Air Defense Artillery Regiment is a unit of the United States Army primarily responsible for air defense operations. Established in 1963, it has been stationed at various locations throughout its history, including Fort Bliss, Texas, and Fort Sill, Oklahoma. The regiment's mission involves providing and maintaining tactical air defense capabilities to protect ground forces against aerial threats. Its units utilize advanced weapon systems such as the Patriot Missile System and the MIM-104 Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3). The 59th Air Defense Artillery Regiment's motto is "On Guard for Peace." The regiment operates under the U.S. Army Air Defense Artillery branch, reporting to the III Corps or other relevant commands as needed.