J. Allen Hynek
Acting
May 1, 1910
Died at age 75
April 27, 1986
Date of Death
Chicago, Illinois, USA
9 Credits
Biography
Josef Allen Hynek was an American astronomer, professor, and ufologist. He is perhaps best remembered for his UFO research. Hynek acted as scientific advisor to UFO studies undertaken by the U.S. Air Force under three projects: Project Sign (1947–1949), Project Grudge (1949–1951), and Project Blue Book (1952–1969).
