DCD Case — UFO Research
A 1976 DCD memorandum detailing internal inquiries made to the A/DDS&T regarding the existence of an official UFO program and the handling of specific UFO-related questions.
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CASE [illegible] - UFO RESEARCH/ORD REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A 1976 internal communication requesting additional information from the DCD regarding a system under evaluation by the Office of Research and Development (ORD) in relation to a UFO research case.
Case [illegible] - UFO Research
A 1976 CIA-related memorandum regarding a request for classification guidance from an unnamed source concerning a UFO research report. The document highlights the internal process of managing sensitive information related to UFO studies.
Cable Regarding Investigation of UFO Sighted in Morocco
This is a 1976 cable regarding a request to investigate a UFO sighting in Morocco. The document is heavily redacted, obscuring most details of the event.
Urgent Inquiry Regarding Case and Telecon
An urgent 1957 memo requesting a status update on a delayed case, noting that personnel at Wright Field are awaiting instructions.
Correspondence regarding Davidson inquiry on flying saucers
This document records an inquiry by an individual named Davidson regarding the analysis of a tape by the Air Technical Intelligence Center. It notes that Davidson was directed to the center at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, where he was reportedly stalled in his efforts to obtain information.
Correspondence Regarding Flying Saucer Letter — Case [illegible]
This document is a short internal note regarding the missing status of a flying saucer-related letter involving a person named Davidson. It highlights administrative follow-up with a Colonel Baird and expresses the author's skepticism regarding future inquiries.
Case [illegible] (Closed) — Dr. Leon Davidson
An internal Air Force memo discusses how to handle Dr. Leon Davidson, who is challenging the official explanation that a recorded 'space' message was actually terrestrial Morse code.
Communication Regarding Leon Davidson
This document records a meeting with Leon Davidson, who is seeking information for a space magazine article and is frustrated by a lack of government response. The authors advise against his plan to use government letterheads and urge headquarters and ATIC to address his concerns.
Correspondence regarding Dr. Leon Davidson's publication on space saucers
This document concerns the handling of Dr. Leon Davidson's publication about CIA involvement with space saucers. It highlights administrative concerns regarding his use of CIA letterhead and his interactions with agency personnel.
Communication regarding UFO-Fact or Fancy film procurement
This document is a communication regarding the administrative process for procuring film for a project titled 'UFO-Fact or Fancy.' It emphasizes the need to keep these requests separate from routine film actions to maintain efficiency.
Memorandum Regarding Leon Davidson Inquiry
This document records an inquiry from Leon Davidson to the DCI regarding a code message and his subsequent request for Agency cooperation. It highlights internal efforts to vet Davidson following his testimony before a House subcommittee.
Communication regarding correspondence with Davidson
This document is an internal inquiry seeking confirmation that a specific letter was sent to an individual named Davidson. It references coordination between ATIC and the DCI's office regarding this correspondence.
Internal Memorandum Regarding Davidson Correspondence
This 1957 memorandum advises the recipient to ignore further correspondence from an individual named Davidson. It confirms Davidson had previous contact with ATIC and the DCI's office.
Internal Memorandum Regarding Davidson and Colonel Crogan
This 1958 internal communication details an agency decision to cease all contact with an individual named Davidson. The agency aims to prevent further speculation and avoid involvement in the matter.
Press Compilation: Communists Appeal for Popular Front and Unidentified Flying Objects in Argentina
This document reports on a 1962 political declaration by the Argentine Communist Party and a separate sighting of an unidentified luminous object over Bahia Blanca, Argentina, which was photographed by a local reporter.
PUNITIVE STEPS AGAINST EXTREMIST ASKED
A press compilation from July 1965 covering Argentine political unrest, meatpacking industry crises, and a report of flying saucers observed over Antarctica.
Press Compilation: Argentina, 12-14 May 1978
This document compiles various news reports from Argentina in May 1978, including political, military, and social updates. It specifically identifies a reported 'strange object' seen falling in Salta as an artificial satellite that landed in Bolivia.
Reports Conflict on Details of Fallen Object
This document compiles press reports from May 1978 regarding the political climate in Bolivia and a reported crash of an unidentified mechanical object near the Argentine border. Local authorities requested NASA assistance to investigate the 14-meter diameter object, which was reportedly moved to Tarija.
Intelligence Information Report FIR K-311/01635-77
This is a heavily redacted 1977 intelligence report concerning the USSR. Due to extensive redactions, no specific intelligence content is visible.
Information Report: Flying Objects
This is a 1955 intelligence report regarding 'Flying Objects' that contains unevaluated information. The document is heavily redacted and provides no specific details about the event.
Information Report: Flying Objects
This is a 1955 CIA intelligence report regarding flying objects in the USSR. It includes a headquarters correction identifying the location of the report as 'Saranak'.
Unexplained Traveling Bright Light Seen in the Sky
A CIA report documenting a July 1958 sighting of a bright, smoke-trailing object near Leningrad, USSR. The guide of the witness speculated the object was a flying saucer.
Intelligence Information Report OO-B-321/07709-72
This is a heavily redacted 1972 intelligence report from the Directorate of Intelligence concerning the USSR. No actionable information remains visible in the document.
Sighting of Unusual Phenomenon on Horizon Near Iranian/USSR Border
This CIA information report details a 1966 aerial sighting of a large, brilliant white sphere observed by two airliner crews near the Iranian-Soviet border. The object was estimated to be deep within Soviet territory and was not reported by ground observers.
Report on Conversations With Soviet Scientists on Subject of Unidentified Flying Objects in the USSR
A 1967 CIA report summarizing conversations with Soviet scientists regarding UFOs. It highlights a general lack of official Soviet interest and the exclusion of UFO reports from Soviet media.
Report on Conversations With Soviet Scientists on Subject of Unidentified Flying Objects in the USSR
This 1967 CIA report summarizes the skeptical and non-official status of UFO research within the Soviet Union. It notes that Soviet scientists generally do not regard UFO sightings as valid scientific observations.
Foreign Intelligence Information Report — USSR — U[illegible] Phenomena
This is a 1976 CIA intelligence report regarding U[illegible] phenomena in the USSR. The document is heavily redacted and contains no readable substantive information.
Information Report: Flying Saucers in the Netherlands
A CIA report detailing a July 24 sighting of 22 'Flying Saucers' in a 'V' formation over Arnhem, Netherlands. The objects were observed by a woman and her four children for several minutes.
Sighting of Unconventional Aircraft
A CIA information report detailing a 1955 sighting of a triangular, missile-like object performing a rapid, spiraling launch from the ground near a railroad line.
German Scientist's Article on 'Flying Discs'
This CIA report transmits a German scientist's theory on the aerodynamics of 'Flying Discs.' It posits that the manipulation of the 'boundary layer' is the key to their flight performance.
Correspondence from H. Marshall Chadwell to Professor J. Allen Hynek
A 1952 letter from H. Marshall Chadwell to Professor J. Allen Hynek confirming the receipt of astronomical calculations provided by Hynek. The document highlights the ongoing professional relationship between the two regarding consultant work.
Correspondence regarding the declassification of the Scientific Advisory Panel on Unidentified Flying Objects report
This document outlines the internal deliberations regarding the partial declassification of the 1953 Scientific Advisory Panel report on UFOs. It highlights the Agency's concern with maintaining anonymity regarding its involvement with the panel.
Correspondence regarding the declassification of the Scientific Advisory Panel on Unidentified Flying Objects report
This letter discusses the partial declassification of the 1953 Scientific Advisory Panel report on UFOs. It highlights internal deliberations regarding which specific conclusions and recommendations should remain classified and concerns over protecting the identities of the panel members.
Correspondence to Dr. Julius A. Stratton regarding Unidentified Flying Objects
This 1953 CIA letter to MIT Provost Dr. Julius A. Stratton provides the findings of a specialized panel regarding unidentified flying objects. The agency determined the subject was operational rather than intelligence-related and restricted its future involvement.
Correspondence from H. Marshall Chadwell to Dr. H. P. Robertson regarding Panel report
A 1953 letter from H. Marshall Chadwell to Dr. H. P. Robertson regarding the status and distribution of a Panel report and upcoming administrative meetings.
Correspondence regarding Aerial Phenomena Research Organization and Civilian Saucer Investigations
A 1953 letter from H. Marshall Chadwell to Dr. Samuel A. Goudsmit identifying two civilian UFO research organizations: the Aerial Phenomena Research Organization and Civilian Saucer Investigations.
Correspondence regarding Mrs. Catherine Carter Golden's inquiry on UFOs
This letter from the Legislative Counsel to Representative Gordon H. Scherer addresses a constituent's inquiry regarding UFO photographs from Brazil. It clarifies the origin of the photos and confirms that the Department of the Air Force is the primary authority for UFO investigations.
Correspondence regarding Mrs. Catherine Carter Golden and UFO inquiries
This letter from Legislative Counsel John S. Warner to Representative Gordon H. Scherer addresses an inquiry from a constituent, Mrs. Catherine Carter Golden, regarding UFO photographs from Brazil. The document clarifies that the agency has no information on the subject beyond what has been provided to the Air Force.
Draft Reply to Senator Johnson's Letter
This is a 1954 internal memorandum from the Office of the Assistant Director/Scientific Intelligence providing a draft response to a letter from Senator Johnson. It serves as administrative correspondence regarding official communication.
Letter from Allen W. Dulles to Honorable Gordon H. Scherer regarding George Adamski's book
The CIA Director informed Representative Gordon H. Scherer that the agency has no jurisdiction to investigate claims made in George Adamski's book 'Inside The Space Ships'. The CIA stated it is barred by statute from law-enforcement activities and does not comment on the truth of published materials.
Correspondence from Allen W. Dulles to Senator Margaret Chase Smith regarding Mrs. Vincent J. Perry
A 1957 letter from CIA Director Allen W. Dulles to Senator Margaret Chase Smith acknowledging the receipt of a constituent's letter from Mrs. Vincent J. Perry of Mexico, Maine, and promising to forward it to the proper authorities.
Correspondence regarding analysis of a tape recording
A 1957 letter from the office of the Director to Leon Davison regarding the status of a tape recording. The letter confirms the tape was analyzed by another government agency and that the agency would contact Davison directly.
Acknowledgment of receipt of report of an unidentified flying object from Mr. John P. Anderson
This is a 1957 letter from Assistant Director Herbert Scoville, Jr. acknowledging receipt of a UAP report submitted by a private citizen, John P. Anderson. It serves as a record of administrative correspondence regarding UFO reporting procedures.
Correspondence regarding the declassification of the Scientific Advisory Panel on Unidentified Flying Objects report
This 1957 CIA letter discusses the partial declassification of the 1953 Scientific Advisory Panel report on UFOs. The Agency and panel members sought to keep specific conclusions and recommendations classified to prevent public association between the CIA and the panel.
Correspondence regarding Unidentified Flying Objects and Panel Report
A 1957 letter from Philip G. Strong to Dr. H. P. Robertson transmitting a letter to the Air Force and a declassified Panel Report concerning Unidentified Flying Objects.
Correspondence regarding Unidentified Flying Objects and Panel Report
A 1957 letter from Philip G. Strong to Dr. Samal A. Goudsmit regarding the sharing of information on Unidentified Flying Objects and a declassified Panel Report. It serves as a transmittal document for materials related to UAP research.
Correspondence from Philip G. Strong to Dr. Lloyd V. Berkner regarding Unidentified Flying Objects
A 1957 CIA letter from Philip G. Strong to Dr. Lloyd V. Berkner regarding Unidentified Flying Objects, enclosing a letter to the Air Force and a declassified Panel Report.
Correspondence to Dr. Thornton Page regarding Unidentified Flying Objects
A 1957 letter from Philip G. Strong to Dr. Thornton Page regarding Unidentified Flying Objects. It confirms the transmission of a letter to the Air Force and a declassified Panel Report.
Correspondence to Dr. Luis W. Alvarez regarding Unidentified Flying Objects
A 1957 letter from Philip G. Strong to Dr. Luis W. Alvarez providing a declassified Panel Report and a letter to the Air Force regarding Unidentified Flying Objects.
Response to Major Donald E. Keyhoe regarding CIA involvement with UFOs
A 1958 CIA letter to Major Donald E. Keyhoe of NICAP denying that the Agency ever ordered UFO witnesses to remain silent. The document was declassified in 2010.
Letter from Philip G. Strong to Dr. Samuel A. Goudsmit regarding Allen Hynek
This letter clarifies that Allen Hynek was not a regular member of a specific panel and did not sign its final report. It distinguishes his role from that of a regular member named Lloyd.
Correspondence from C. P. Cabell to Major Donald E. Keyhoe regarding reports on unidentified flying objects
A letter from Deputy Director C. P. Cabell to Major Donald E. Keyhoe acknowledging receipt of inquiries regarding UFO reports and confirming that further investigation and inter-agency coordination are underway.
Correspondence regarding NICAP inquiries on UAPs
This 1958 memorandum documents the referral of a NICAP inquiry regarding UAPs from an unnamed agency to the Department of the Air Force. It highlights the administrative handling of civilian UAP-related correspondence during that period.
Letter to Mr. Leon Davidson regarding UFO inquiries
A 1958 letter from an executive officer to Leon Davidson acknowledging his inquiry about UFOs and stating that the matter has been referred to the Department of the Air Force.
Correspondence regarding UFO inquiries from Major Donald E. Keyhoe and Mr. Leon Davidson
This 1958 Air Force correspondence addresses inquiries about UFOs from Major Donald E. Keyhoe and Mr. Leon Davidson. It provides copies of official replies and a de-classified Scientific Panel report.
Correspondence regarding March 22 inquiry
This is a declassified administrative letter acknowledging a March 22 inquiry and referring it to the Department of the Air Force.
Letter from Philip G. Strong to Dr. Lloyd V. Berkner, May 8, 1958
A 1958 letter from Philip G. Strong to Dr. Lloyd V. Berkner regarding correspondence from Dr. Davidson and Major Kehoe that was referred to the Air Force. The author clarifies that claims regarding 'orders' to the Panel are unfounded.
Correspondence regarding Leon Davidson's inquiries to the DCI
A 1958 letter from the CIA to Leon Davidson stating that the Department of the Air Force is the government entity responsible for the matters he inquired about. The CIA redirected his correspondence to the Air Force for a response.
Correspondence regarding Leon Davidson's inquiries into the 1953 UFO panel
This 1958 letter from Philip G. Strong to Dr. Scovel A. Goudsmit advises on how to handle persistent inquiries from Leon Davidson regarding the 1953 UFO panel. It instructs that such queries should be referred to the Air Force.