Roswell 1947 I was there [Paperback]

Robert J. Shirkey (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 096714650X | ISBN-13: 978-0967146508 | Publication Date: July 2, 1999

This is the only book written by an eyewitness to the Incident. Few are left who "were there," to give firsthand accounts. In general, researchers have accurately reported portions of the "Roswell Incident," but some have sensationalized and falsified many aspects of it. Knowing of these distortions of the truth prompted Shirkey to write down what he knows. This book is factual and an accurate accouting of those shocking eight days in early July, 1947.

Editorial Reviews

Review

This book gives a factual account not a fictional account designed to sell books. I WAS THERE is an excellent source; creditable and revealing. It reveals data by two actual military eye witnesses. The two saw the craft, debris, and much more. This book contains several "new" fascinating pieces of the puzzle. It is a must read for those interested in the Roswell Incident. -- Ronald Phillips, former long time board member, International UFO Museum & Research Center, Roswell, NM

About the Author

Robert J. Shirkey was born and reared in Schenectady, N.Y. He was accepted into the USAAF on Dec. 10, 1942. After completing Advanced Flying School he was trained as a B-17 pilot and later at Roswell in B-29's. In the spring of 1947 he was nominated for promotion to Captain and assigned as Assistant Group Operations Officer of the 509th Bomb Group. Following military service Bob pursued various flying jobs among other opportunities. He now teaches industrial safety courses at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell.

Product Details

• Paperback: 168 pages
• Publisher: Movin on Pub Llc (July 2, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 096714650X
• ISBN-13: 978-0967146508
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #898,898 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing piece of the puzzle, February 15, 2000

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George D. Fawcett (Lincolnton, NC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Roswell 1947 I was there (Paperback)

Robert J. Shirkey's book, "I Was There: Roswell 1947 (1999) was released the same week in Roswell when I participated in the ribbon cutting ceremonies for the enlarged International UFO Museum & Research Center. I am amazed at both the quality and quanity of evidence for the reality of the July, 1947 UFO crash and the recovery of both the debris and bodies at Roswell 53 years ago. Shirkey's volume is but one of the most recent and more important pieces of the puzzle being revealed at this time in UFO history and one which I would highly recommend to researchers and investigators everywhere.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A unique perspective to those of us interested in the truth, February 23, 2000

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Robert Stote, M.D. (Gulfport, Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Roswell 1947 I was there (Paperback)

RE:"July 1947 I was there"

Robert Shirkey provides a unique perspective to those of us interested in the truth about the Roswell Incident. As the only member of the military with direct involvement in the Incident who was not required to take an oath of secrecy, he publicly states what he knows in "I was there." The book not only reveals much about the Incident, but also captures the patriotic feelings of Americans at that time as well as providing input from others who were dramatically affected by this incident. It is truly refreshing to finally get some facts after fifty years.

I personally met with Mr. Shirkey and also viewed the video, "We Were There" featuring Mr. Shirkey and Mr. Frank Kaufmann. Taken as a whole, I now feel well informed about the Incident and would recommend both the book and video to anyone interested in the truth about Roswell. /S/ ROBERT STOTE.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The most forthright, credible, work I've read, March 16, 2000

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Richard Sitts (Ballston Spa, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Roswell 1947 I was there (Paperback)

Dear Robert: I want to tell you again what a privilege it was to have you meet with local MUFON members at our home last December 28. The evening passed all too quickly as you gave your first-hand account of many aspects of '47 Roswell happenings.

I have read your book, "Roswell 1947 I was There", and found it to be the most forthright, credible work I've read on the subject.