UFO seen in Virginia in 1958

Summary

In March 1958, a civilian in Alexandria, Virginia, reported a bright object crossing the sky from WSW to ENE in about 10 to 12 seconds. The object had no tail and showed no signs of burning, described as orange or yellowish in color, with a brightness similar to a first-magnitude star. Although no photos were taken, the witness provided a detailed account of its trajectory and appearance, which caught the attention of military authorities.

The official response from the military was brief and suggestive: while not conclusively identified, it was considered likely to be a meteor. However, the object's description and uniform movement generated some curiosity. The report was filed as part of studies on unidentified aerial phenomena, making it an interesting account from the early days of UFO sightings.