James McAndrew

James McAndrew is a former U.S. Air Force officer, specifically 1st Lt. James McAndrew of the USAFR, who played a pivotal role in investigating the Roswell Incident. In response to a 1993 congressional inquiry by Rep. Steven H. Schiff (R-NM), McAndrew conducted extensive research alongside Col. Richard L. Weaver, leading to the 1997 report 'The Roswell Report: Case Closed.' This document debunked UFO claims by attributing debris to Project Mogul, a classified high-altitude balloon program, and 'alien bodies' to anthropomorphic dummies from 1950s tests. His work utilized official records, photos, and interviews to refute extraterrestrial theories, affirming prosaic explanations for the 1947 events. McAndrew's thorough analysis remains a cornerstone of official U.S. government skepticism toward Roswell lore. Birth/death years unknown; American nationality.