UFO Sighting in Dayton, Ohio in 1961

Summary

In September 1961, a witness in Dayton, Ohio reported an object that appeared as a light in the sky, with irregular movement and color changes from green to white to red. The sighting lasted between 1 and 20 minutes, and the witness noted that the object occasionally seemed to hover. Although initially considered a possible meteor or astronomical phenomenon, the investigation concluded that it was likely the star Capella. The apparent color and brightness changes were attributed to atmospheric refraction. The observation occurred over several nights, supporting the theory that it was a star and not an unknown object.