Opening summary
The source document outlines several reports and communications regarding unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and flying discs, particularly focusing on events that transpired in 1947. One notable report from July 11, 1947, details the discovery of a disc in Black River Falls, Wisconsin. This disc was measured to be 19 inches in diameter and was constructed from a material that resembled cardboard, coated with a silver substance.
The report further indicated that the disc contained a photo-electric cell and a small electric motor, suggesting a level of sophistication that raised questions about its origin. Despite the intriguing nature of these reports, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) did not pursue investigations into all sightings of flying discs. The document notes that while the FBI received numerous reports concerning these unidentified objects, it did not conduct thorough inquiries into each case.
This lack of investigation reflects a broader trend during that era,…