Officially Licensed 1st LAAD Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion Patch

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Variations

With Hook & Loop
No Hook & Loop

Hook & Loop
4"
Embroidered Fabric
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Product Information

This is a 4" patch, with or without hook & loop.

Product Description

1st LAAD Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion — Embroidered Patch

Death from Below

While the jets own the sky, the Marines of 1st LAAD own everything beneath them. Armed with Stinger missiles and the cutting-edge Marine Air Defense Integrated System, these Marines are the last line of defense against low-altitude threats to the Marine Air-Ground Task Force. This patch represents the warriors who look up so everyone else doesn't have to.

Originally activated as 1st Forward Area Air Defense Battery on 1 July 1982 at MCAS Futenma, Okinawa, the unit employed the Redeye missile and the newly fielded Stinger missile across the Pacific Rim. After decommissioning in 2007, 1st LAAD Battalion was reactivated on 31 August 2023 at MCAS Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, as part of the Marine Corps' Force Design 2030 initiative to increase the air defense footprint in the Pacific. The battalion has already achieved key milestones including activation of Firing Battery Alpha in 2024 and fielding of the MADIS system in 2025, marking a pivotal step in enhancing expeditionary ground-based air defense capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region.

Perfect For:
1st LAAD Battalion Marines past and present, ground-based air defense community members, MACG-18 personnel, 1st MAW Marines, and Force Design 2030 enthusiasts.

Death from Below.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right backing?

If you want to swap patches on/off gear, choose hook & loop (velcro). If you’re attaching permanently to uniforms or fabric, choose sew-on. If you want quick application on compatible fabric, choose iron-on / heat seal (when offered). Backing options are shown on the page and update based on the variant you select.

What size is this item?

Size is shown on the product page and updates with the variant you select (example: 3"). If you’re mounting on a hat or small panel, choose smaller sizes; for plate carriers and display boards, larger sizes fit better.

Are these Officially Licensed?

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Do you offer bulk or reruns for units/squadrons?

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Can you make a custom patch / name tag / lanyard / apparel?

Yes—custom solutions are available (patches, name tags, lanyards, apparel). Use the custom request page and include artwork, size, backing preference, and quantity.