UFO sighted in Columbia 1957

Summary

An army officer in Columbia, South Carolina, sighted an unusual object in November 1957. The report describes a white light with an orange trail that suddenly disappeared. Although an astronomical meteor was considered, no clear explanation emerged. The witness didn't take photos, but provided detailed observations. The sighting lasted only one second, complicating analysis.

The investigation concluded it might be an astronomical phenomenon, though other possibilities weren't ruled out. The report was sent to various military units for review. Despite efforts, no definitive conclusion about the object's nature was reached.