The Pentagon on Friday began releasing “never-before-seen” files relating to unidentified anomalous phenomena — previously and more infamously known as unidentified flying objects, or UFOs — that the government has been holding onto for decades –The files have been a source of intrigue and fascination for generations of skeptical Americans wondering if we’re alone in the universe.

After decades of conspiracy theories, classified hearings and grainy cockpit footage, the White House says it will be releasing long-awaited UFO files held under lock and key by the US government.

The US government released new files on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). Florida has the second most UFO sightings.