What Did Reagan Know About UFO s
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What Did Reagan Know About UFOs?
Summary
Ronald Reagan was more intrigued by UFOs than any other U.S. President, including Nixon. Journalist Billy Cox highlighted Reagan's frequent references to extraterrestrials in his speeches, dubbing it an "abiding fascination." Even one of Reagan's daughters noted his obsession with UFOs and the possibility of life beyond Earth, which many believe stemmed from his own UFO sightings.
The Letters and Responses
In September 1981, Reagan received correspondence from Major (Ret.) Colman VonKeviczky, an ardent UFO researcher, who frequently reached out to global leaders. VonKeviczky warned that UFOs represented an intergalactic threat that could destroy Earth unless world leaders united against them.
After ignoring previous letters, the third elicited a response from Major General Robert Schweitzer, the Chief Military Advisor to the White House. Schweitzer assured VonKeviczky that the President was aware of the threat and actively working to bolster national defense. This response sparked interest from the Associated Press, but they opted not to publish after speaking with Schweitzer. The cryptic nature of Schweitzer's reply left many questioning what he truly meant.
The Strategic Defense Initiative
Reagan's Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) was often speculated to be a defense against not only Soviet threats but extraterrestrials as well. This idea echoed sentiments from military figures like Generals Douglas MacArthur and John A. McDavid, who spoke of possible interplanetary conflicts. McDavid famously stated that humanity might not be alone in the universe and that such a realization could lead to increased conflict.
Reagan was not alone in his concerns. Diplomat Michael Michaud noted Nixon's anxieties about potential alien threat, suggesting that more advanced extraterrestrial societies could still perceive humans as a threat, possibly leading to military actions.
Sources and Speculations
Various sources have fed speculation about the SDI's dual purpose. Dr. Steven Greer talked about intelligence from the North American Air Defense Command that tracks numerous UFOs annually. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Howard Blum reported that NORAD's deep-space radars frequently tracked UFOs. Additionally, engineers working with DSP spy satellites claimed UFO detections occurred regularly.
Author Whitley Strieber mentioned a document revealing that the EG&G Corporation was involved in developing defense mechanisms against extraterrestrial threats. Even more, sources suggested that rogue units were channeling black budget funds to target UFOs.
However, opinions are divided among ufologists regarding these assertions.
Close Encounter with Steven Spielberg
When "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" was released, Steven Spielberg hosted a private screening at the White House for Ronald and Nancy Reagan, alongside 35 guests. The Reagans enjoyed the film, with Nancy moved to tears. After the movie, Reagan reportedly whispered to Spielberg, "You know, there aren't six people in this room who know how true this really is." Spielberg later shared this intriguing comment during a documentary interview.
Through letters, initiatives, and whispers, Reagan's enduring interest in UFOs remains a fascinating chapter in presidential history?"one that continues to spark curiosity and debate.
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