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UFO seen in Philadelphia in 1947

UFO seen in Philadelphia in 1947
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Summary

In August 1947, a group of people in Philadelphia observed an unidentified flying object. The sighting occurred between 10:30 and 10:45 PM. The object was white, large in size, and moving at high speed. Although seen by several witnesses, including a civilian, no details about its altitude or fuel were recorded. The report mentions that the object was traveling in a straight line and was observed for just a moment. The testimony was submitted as part of a government form, but many details remain blank.

The description of the object includes a course of 180 degrees and a round shape. Some witnesses mentioned a slight buzzing sound after the object passed. Despite the brief sighting, the details provided suggest the object was not a common natural phenomenon. The report lacks clear images or further information about the object's identity, making it an intriguing case in UFO history.