Roswell — Majestic-12 Protocol

Your investigation begins at the International UFO Museum and Research Center, located at 114 N Main St, Roswell, NM 88201. Opened in 1991, this museum is the nerve center of the Roswell legend. It is entirely dedicated to the 1947 incident, where an unidentified flying object crashed on Mac Brazel's ranch. As Major Marcel, you examine the exhibits, which include alleged artifacts from the crash and declassified Project Mogul documents, as if reliving the collection of evidence. The museum, a member of the International UFO Museum and Research Library Association since 1992, prepares you to explore the heart of the Roswell enigma, an essential stop on your Alien Corridor Walking Tour.

A short walk away, at 123 N Main St, stands the historic Roswell Daily Record building. It was here that the famous headline 'RAAF Captures Flying Saucer On Ranch in Roswell Region' was published on July 8, 1947. This headline, quickly retracted the next day, ignited the global legend of Roswell. Standing before this edifice, built in 1911 and classified among the downtown landmarks, you feel the weight of history and the disinformation that followed this event. It is a crucial point for understanding how the official narrative evolved, marking the beginning of a potential cover-up that you, as Major Marcel, must unravel.

Your journey then leads you to the Chaves County Courthouse, at 400 N Main St. Built in 1911 in a neoclassical style with a central dome, this building served as an administrative center during the era of Walker Air Force Base (1941-1967). While not directly linked to the crash, its proximity to the UFO district (800m from the UFO Museum) and its central role in the administration of Chaves County since 1889 make it a silent witness to the events. It represents the local authority that had to manage the initial rumors and pressures exerted after the Roswell incident, offering insight into the institutional context of the time.

Continue your investigation to Pioneer Plaza, in the heart of downtown Roswell, near 100 W 11th St. This public square, adorned with pioneer monuments and fountains, hosts the 'Roswell That Brief Moment' monument commemorating the 1947 incident. As Major Marcel, you gaze upon this memorial, which embodies the public acknowledgment of an event long denied. The plaza is also the central space for annual events like the UFO Festival in July, demonstrating how the city of Roswell has embraced its unique identity as the UFO Capital of the World, transforming a mystery into a major tourist attraction.

Your exploration of the Roswell Incident 1947 concludes at the Roswell Public Library, at 301 N Washington Ave, 500m from the UFO Museum. Opened in 1965 in a modern building, this library houses a special collection on local history and UFOs, as well as archives on Walker Air Force Base and the 1947 crash. With a capacity of 150,000 volumes, it offers a wealth of information for anyone seeking to delve deeper into Roswell's history. As an investigator, you find the final pieces of the puzzle here—testimonies and reports that allow you to reconstruct the truth behind the Majestic-12 Protocol and understand the lasting legacy of this event on New Mexico.