The Aerial Phenomena Research Organization (APRO) was indeed a prominent UFO research group that played a significant role in the study and investigation of unidentified flying objects (UFOs). Founded in January 1952 by husband and wife team Jim and Coral Lorenzen, APRO quickly gained recognition for its diligent approach to UFO research and its commitment to scientific inquiry.
Jim and Coral Lorenzen, who resided in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, were avid believers in the existence of UFOs and recognized the need for a serious and organized investigation into the phenomenon. They established APRO to collect and analyze UFO reports, study related scientific data, and promote a rational and scientific approach to UFO research. The organization garnered attention and respect within the UFO community for its meticulous investigation of UFO sightings and encounters.
APRO focused on gathering eyewitness accounts, conducting field investigations, and collaborating with other researchers, scientists, and government agencies to gather as much information as possible about UFO sightings. APRO also published a quarterly journal called “The APRO Bulletin,” which served as a platform for sharing research findings, analysis, and eyewitness testimonies.
The organization actively sought to engage with the public and encouraged individuals to report their UFO encounters for investigation. Over the years, APRO examined a significant number of UFO cases and received international recognition for its dedication to rigorous investigation methods.
The Lorenzens and APRO were frequently sought out by the media for their expertise and insights on UFO-related matters. While APRO ceased operations in 1988, its legacy continues to influence and inspire UFO researchers and enthusiasts. The organization made significant contributions to the field of UFO research, helping to establish a scientific approach and raising public awareness about the phenomenon.
In 1969, a sizable portion of APRO’s membership elected to form a new group named the “Midwest UFO Network”; this soon expanded and became the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON), still active today.
Further Reading
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- Newspapers
- “Aerial Phenomena Research Organization” (Updated September 3, 2022) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerial_Phenomena_Research_Organization
- Vallee, J. A. (1996). Dimensions: A casebook of alien contact. Anomalist Books.
- Rodeghier, M., & Rodeghier, K. (Eds.). (1992). UFOs and abduction phenomenon: Scientific examination of the evidence. University of Illinois Press.
- Clark, J. (1998). The UFO book: Encyclopedia of the extraterrestrial. Visible Ink Press.
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