61 Air Defense Artillery Regiment (U.S. Army) Frosted Pint Glass 16oz

The 61st Air Defense Artillery Regiment is a unit of the United States Army primarily focused on air defense operations. Established on January 1, 1963, it falls under the umbrella of the Army's Air Defense Artillery Branch. The regiment's primary role is to protect ground forces and critical assets from aerial threats using various air defense systems, such as missiles, guns, and radar units. The 61st ADA Regiment has been involved in several significant operations over the years, including the Gulf War, Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, and ongoing support missions around the globe. The regiment is composed of multiple battalions, each with its unique set of capabilities and equipment, such as the Patriot Missile System and the AN/TPY-2 Radar. The 61st ADA Regiment operates under the motto "Guardians of the Skies," embodying their mission to protect friendly forces and critical infrastructure from aerial attacks. The unit is headquartered at Fort Bliss, Texas, with detachments stationed both domestically and internationally.