Nigel Watson has researched and investigated historical and contemporary reports of UFO sightings since the 1970s. He has written numerous articles for Fortean Times, Magonia, Flying Saucer Review and UFO Magazine. He is the author of 'UFOs of the First War,' (History Press), 'the UFO Investigations Manual' (Haynes), and 'Captured by Aliens? A History and Analysis of American Abduction Claims' (McFarland).