The Aurora incident is a well-known event that occurred in Aurora, Texas on April 17, 1897. According to reports, a mysterious object crashed into a windmill on the property of a local judge, J.S. Proctor. The incident has become a popular topic among UFO enthusiasts, with some claiming that the object was a crashed extraterrestrial spacecraft.

The incident was first reported in the Dallas Morning News on April 19, 1897. The article described the object as a "cigar-shaped" airship that had crashed into the windmill, destroying it and killing the pilot, who was described as "not of this world." The article also stated that the wreckage of the ship was "unlike anything" that had ever been seen before.

Further investigation revealed that the pilot's body had been buried in the local cemetery, but the grave was later exhumed and the body was reportedly removed. In addition, rumors circulated that debris from the wreckage had been scattered around the area and that some of it had been collected by local residents.

Despite the sensational nature of the initial reports, there is little solid evidence to support the idea that the Aurora incident was a genuine UFO sighting. Some skeptics have suggested that the object was actually a balloon or some other type of experimental aircraft, and that the reports of a crashed spaceship were simply a product of the era's fascination with science fiction and the supernatural.

Over the years, the Aurora incident has become a popular topic among UFO enthusiasts and conspiracy theorists, who have speculated about the true nature of the object and the circumstances surrounding its alleged crash. Some have suggested that the government was involved in a cover-up of the incident, while others have pointed to the Aurora incident as evidence of extraterrestrial visitation.

In recent years, efforts have been made to investigate the Aurora incident using modern technology and forensic techniques. In 2008, researchers from the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) conducted a series of tests on soil samples taken from the alleged crash site. The results of the tests were inconclusive, but some researchers continue to believe that the incident is worthy of further investigation.

The Aurora incident remains a fascinating and mysterious event that continues to capture the imagination of UFO enthusiasts and skeptics alike. While the true nature of the object that allegedly crashed in Aurora may never be known, the incident remains an important part of UFO lore and a reminder of the enduring fascination with the unknown and the unexplained.