The Roswell before Roswell

This episode explores the 1945 New Mexico UFO crash, a lesser-known incident that predates the famous Roswell crash. It recounts the experience of four teenagers who witnessed a disc-shaped object crash in a canyon and discovered small, humanoid bodies at the site. The episode delves into the alleged government cover-up and the incident's lasting impact on UFO lore, suggesting a pattern of UFO activity in New Mexico and raising questions about the official narrative surrounding Roswell. It examines various theories, including the extraterrestrial hypothesis, misidentification, government experimentation, and psychological factors, leaving the ultimate explanation open to interpretation but emphasizing the importance of eyewitness accounts and the enduring mystery of the event.