The Changing Base Commander: Colonel Blanchard’s Dilemma
Colonel William Blanchard authorized the original “flying disc” press release, showing initial openness about the recovery. After meetings with superiors, his attitude changed dramatically. Colleagues described him as visibly shaken afterward. He maintained strict silence about the incident for the rest of his career, despite later being promoted to four-star general. His rapid shift from transparency to secrecy suggests powerful pressure from above.
