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“Kenneth Arnold and the Flying Saucers” w/ Jen Kirkman
Bigfoot Collectors Club
Kenneth Arnold and the Birth of UFO Culture
This chapter focuses on the landmark 1947 sighting by pilot Kenneth Arnold, whose observations of nine unidentified flying objects over Mount Rainier gave rise to the term 'flying saucer.' The discussion explores Arnold's background, the subsequent media frenzy, and how this pivotal event shaped public perceptions of UFOs and initiated a wave of sightings across America. As the speakers reflect on the implications of Arnold's experience, they navigate the complexities and cultural shifts surrounding the phenomenon of unidentified flying objects.
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