The Infamous Aurora UFO Incident of 1897

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The Infamous Aurora UFO Incident of 1897

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Apr 14, 2022

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In April of 1897, something crashed from the sky, destroying a local windmill. As rumors and speculation grew, strange reports emerged -- could there have been a pilot? What was this craft, exactly, and why were some observers convinced it was from beyond this world? Tune in to learn more.

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The Infamous Aurora UFO Incident of 1897

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