Gray Barker
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Gray Barker

American writer (1925–1984)

Gray Barker (May 2, 1925 – December 6, 1984) was an American writer best known for his books about UFOs and other paranormal phenomena. His 1956 book They Knew Too Much About Flying Saucers introduced the notion of the Men in Black to ufology.2

From Wikipedia’s article on Gray Barker (this version), CC BY-SA 4.0.

Born May 2, 1925, died Dec 6, 1984.1

About

Recent evidence indicates that he was skeptical of most UFO claims, and mainly wrote about the subject for financial gain. He sometimes participated in hoaxes to deceive more serious UFO investigators.

From Wikipedia’s article on Gray Barker, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.2

Early life and education

  • Date not recordedGlenville State University3

Career

Occupation: ufologist.5

  • Date not recordedFounded Saucerian Books4

Known for: They Knew Too Much About Flying Saucers, Saucerian Books.6

Personal life

  • BornMay 2, 1925, Riffle7
  • CitizenshipUnited States8