For over 40 years, the Rendlesham Forest Incident has gripped and puzzled those who believe we are not alone. On this Monday’s “History’s Greatest Mysteries,” the strange events outside a U.S. Air Force base near Rendlesham Forest, England, come under scrutiny once again. What did those airmen really encounter in the woods that night?
The incident has become the stuff of international legend, an enduring mystery that has fueled countless theories, from misidentified aircraft to something far more otherworldly. “History’s Greatest Mysteries” aims to sift through the speculation, examining the known facts and presenting new evidence and perspectives on the case.
The so-called “Rendlesham lights” have taken on a life of their own, becoming a cornerstone of UFO lore. This episode sets out to examine the evidence, interview key witnesses, and explore the various explanations for what occurred during those strange December nights in 1980. Was it a weather phenomenon, a military exercise, or something truly unexplained?
“History’s Greatest Mysteries: The Rendlesham Forest Incident” airs Monday, March 24 at 9:00 PM ET on History.
