Early 20th Century UFO Sightings: 1900-1944 Entity Reports

1900 – 1944 UFO | Entity Sightings by Date

Orbman September 24, 2025 2 minutes read

1900 – 1944 UFO | Entity Sightings by Date

The Pre-Modern Era: Anomalies Before Roswell

The period between 1900 and 1944 represents a fascinating chapter in ufology, often overshadowed by the post-1947 “Space Age.” However, this era is rich with documented accounts of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) that defy conventional explanation for the technology of the time. From the mysterious “Airship” waves of 1909 to the legendary Foo Fighters reported by Allied pilots during World War II, these accounts prove that the phenomenon was active long before the term “Flying Saucer” entered the public lexicon.

This archive provides a year-by-year breakdown of sightings and entity encounters leading up to the mid-20th century. Within these records, you will find reports of strange craft over major cities, early descriptions of non-human entities, and unexplained aerial maneuvers documented by military and civilian witnesses alike. Use the chronological list below to investigate the foundational cases that helped shape our modern understanding of the unknown.