HHC MICOM

• Origins: The Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Missile Command (HHC MICOM) was established at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, to serve as the command headquarters for the U.S. Army’s missile development and management activities. • Creation Date: MICOM was officially activated on August 1, 1962, consolidating numerous missile research and development efforts under a single command. • Cold War Role: During the Cold War, HHC MICOM coordinated the development and deployment of key missile systems, such as the HAWK, Redstone, and Nike Hercules, enhancing U.S. air defense capabilities. • Patriot Missile System: MICOM played a pivotal role in the development, testing, and fielding of the Patriot Missile System, which gained fame during the Gulf War for its anti-missile capabilities. • Technological Innovations: The unit was at the forefront of integrating computer technology and advanced sensors into missile guidance and control systems, revolutionizing battlefield operations. • Support to Space Programs: MICOM engineers and personnel provided critical support to NASA’s Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programs by sharing expertise in propulsion and rocketry. • Global Reach: HHC MICOM managed the logistical support and sustainment of U.S. Army missile systems deployed worldwide, ensuring readiness in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. • Transition to AMCOM: In 1997, MICOM was merged with the Army Aviation Command to form the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM), but HHC continued as the headquarters company for the new organization. • Unit Insignia: The HHC MICOM shoulder sleeve insignia features a gold missile on a red background, symbolizing the unit’s mission and technological focus. • Community Involvement: HHC MICOM personnel have a long history of community engagement in the Huntsville/Redstone Arsenal area, including STEM outreach, disaster response, and veteran support programs.