On Monday evening History’s Greatest Mysteries’ airs its latest episode titled “The Battle of Los Angeles.” Set against the backdrop of World War II hysteria, this installment examines a peculiar event that occurred just three months after the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
Military radar detected an enemy aircraft over Los Angeles, triggering widespread panic and fear of an imminent attack. However, the situation took an unexpected turn as no physical evidence of an attack surfaced.
This episode looks at the various theories surrounding this incident, exploring whether it was a genuine threat or a case of collective paranoia.
Join HISTORY on Monday, March 18, 2024 at 9:00 PM for “The Battle of Los Angeles.”
