CIA Letters on UFOs

Summary

In 1958, the CIA responded to an inquiry about unidentified flying objects. The letter, partially illegible, shows that the topic was not taken seriously. The response indicates there was no active interest in investigating sightings. Despite the formal request, the agency downplayed the importance of the issue.

The document, dated November 29, was sent to a citizen seeking information. The official reply, though brief, reflects the official stance of the time. The CIA did not see UFOs as a threat or a phenomenon worth studying. This attitude was common among many government agencies at the time.