Unidentified UFO over St. Gallen in 1963

Summary

In August 1963, a witness in St. Gallen, Switzerland observed a glowing object resembling a small rocket or satellite. The object was seen at an estimated altitude of 15,000 to 18,000 feet and appeared like a fireball. Remarkably, the same phenomenon occurred the following night, but at a slightly lower altitude. The object glowed, dimmed, reappeared, and finally exploded like a fireworks display. Despite the detailed description, authorities could not identify the object. The report notes that no photos were taken, but the testimony was sent to Washington for analysis.

The testimony includes a formal letter addressed to U.S. authorities, describing the object's behavior in detail and requesting an explanation. Although possible explanations like fireworks or balloons were considered, the case remained unresolved. The official report classifies it as "unidentified," highlighting the uncertainty about its origin.