Alpha Battery, 5th Battalion, 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment (5-4 ADA) of the U.S. Army's 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command based in Germany has begun redeploying its Mobile Short Range Air Defense (M-SHORAD) system to Eastern Europe.

Under the direction of Captain Michael Archer, Alpha Battery has significantly completed the first operational deployment of the M-SHORAD system across Poland, Slovakia and Romania.

Deployed in August 2023, the mission is pivotal in reinforcing NATO’s eastern flank. As part of the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, the deployment of the Alpha battery underscores the US military’s innovative approach to air defense.

The M-SHORAD Increment 1 system represents a significant advancement in the U.S. Army’s air defense capabilities, specifically designed to address airborne threats. The M-SHORAD weapon configuration is notable for its versatility and comprehensive threat response capabilities. The system is armed with two AGM-114L Longbow Hellfire missiles, designed to precisely attack ground targets, and four FIM-92 Stinger missiles.

Additionally, the inclusion of a 30 mm XM914 automatic cannon and a 7.62 mm M-240 machine gun gives the M-SHORAD a wide range of response options against both air and ground targets.

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