What Does CONAD Stand For?

CONAD stands for U S Continental Air Defense Command

The Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD) was a United States military organization established in 1955, responsible for coordinating and overseeing air defense operations across the continental United States. It played a crucial role during the Cold War by monitoring and intercepting potential aerial threats, including enemy aircraft and missile attacks. CONAD was later integrated into the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) in 1958, continuing its mission of ensuring the air sovereignty and security of North America.