UFO seen in Shreveport in 1960

Summary

In October 1960, a couple traveling on U.S. Route 71 toward Shreveport, Louisiana, observed an unusual aerial phenomenon. The object appeared in the western sky at sunset, with a white trail and a balloon-like shape. As the sun set, the object took on a pinkish and brilliant white hue, causing confusion about its nature. The witness described it as something that changed shape, sometimes resembling a jet contrail, other times a teardrop, or even a rocket. Despite multiple observations, they couldn't identify it with certainty.

The official evaluation concluded it was likely the planet Venus, a bright astronomical object visible at dusk. However, the witness insisted it wasn't a common astronomical phenomenon, but something that behaved strangely: it appeared stationary, changed shape, and seemed to react to the observer's movement. The official report suggested the trail could have been a high-flying jet contrail illuminated by the setting sun, but the witness wasn't convinced. His detailed account shows how a simple observation can raise questions that linger long after the event.