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The U.S. Army announced the recovery of a "flying disc" near Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947. Rancher W.W. Brazel discovered the debris, described as lightweight, foil-like material. Initial investigations suggested the material was not a weather balloon, but its origins remained unclear. Ray Santilli, who claimed to possess a 1947 alien autopsy film, later admitted the footage was partially "restored" due to degradation. Questions arose about why two versions of the film existed, fueling skepticism. Santilli's story and claims about the film's authenticity shifted over the years, casting doubt on its validity. The U.S. Air Force changed its explanation of the Roswell incident multiple times, ranging from a weather balloon to crash-test dummies. These shifting narratives deepened public suspicion of a cover-up.

What Really Happened In The Roswell UFO Sighting? is presented by Real History. Its listed runtime is 45 minutes. The source link and publisher attribution are provided with the embedded film.

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What Really Happened In The Roswell UFO Sighting?
Category
Society
Runtime
45 minutes
Language
English
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Real History

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