The Fort Belvoir Incident (1957)

The Fort Belvoir Incident of 1957 is a well-documented UFO sighting that occurred at the Fort Belvoir military base in Virginia. According to reports, a group of military personnel at the base reported seeing a large, metallic object hovering over the base, emitting a bright light and causing several electrical malfunctions.

The incident reportedly took place on May 14, 1957, and was witnessed by multiple military personnel at the base. The object was described as a large, disc-shaped craft with a dome on top, and was said to be emitting a bright white light. The object was also reported to be hovering silently in the air, and appeared to be able to move quickly and maneuver in ways that were beyond the capabilities of any known aircraft.

The incident was reported to the military authorities, who dispatched a team of investigators to the site. The investigators interviewed the witnesses and conducted a thorough investigation, but were unable to explain the sighting.

There have been several books and documentaries produced on the subject of the Fort Belvoir Incident, including “UFOs and the National Security State” by Richard Dolan, which explores the broader context of UFO sightings and government cover-ups. Other books and documentaries have focused specifically on the Fort Belvoir Incident, and have cited it as one of the most significant UFO sightings reported by military personnel.