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Myth of the Month 23: UFOs

Historiansplaining: A historian tells you why everything you know is wrong

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Investigative Projects and UFO Sightings

This chapter explores the creation of investigative projects such as Project Sign, Project Grudge, and Project Blue Book, which collected extensive reports on UFO sightings. It highlights the work of prominent figures like Harvard astronomer Donald Menzel and Canadian engineer Wilbert Smith, and discusses specific UFO sightings in England. The chapter also delves into the reasons behind the desire to downplay or deny UFO sightings, including mass hysteria prevention and technological advantages.

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