Awareness - 1990-91 - Vol 17 No 4

Magazine Overview

Title: AWARENESS
Issue: 4
Volume: 17
Date: 1990 - 1991
Publisher: Contact International (UK)
Country: England
Language: English

This issue of *Awareness* magazine, the journal of Contact International (UK), delves deeply into the crop circle phenomenon, particularly focusing on the events of 1991. The cover prominently features the title 'AWARENESS' alongside a drawing of a UFO and illustrations related to crop circles and a journey from Mars. The issue includes a detailed 'Crop Circle Report 1991 Part 1' and an article titled 'An Archetypal Journey From Mars'.

Editorial

The editorial, penned by the Editor, reflects on the "exciting Summer of crop circle developments," asserting that the phenomenon is intrinsically linked to UFOs and represents a profound reality beyond textbook understanding. The Editor suggests that the "circle makers" are setting an agenda for humanity, similar to how George Bush declared he would "SET THE AGENDA" regarding the Gulf War. The editorial notes the tabloid press's focus on alleged hoaxers and addresses reader inquiries about Timothy Good's book 'Alien Liaison,' advising caution regarding American cover-ups. It also mentions the distribution of crop circle bulletins to members.

Contents Overview

The magazine is structured around a comprehensive 'Crop Circle Report 1991 Part 1,' with contributions from G.E. Ambler, P. Anderson, and M. Soper. This report includes an introduction, a brief report on 1991, analyses of 'Intelligence at Work,' 'Operations Blackbird/Chameleon,' 'Our Dangerous Countryside - An analysis of vortices,' and 'Pictogram Close-ups.' The issue also features 'An Archetypal Journey From Mars' by M. Soper, a report on the 6th International UFO Congress, 'UFO Update,' and advertisements.

Contact International Council

The issue lists the key personnel of Contact International (UK), including Founder President Lord Clancarty, Vice-President Geoffrey Ambler, National Chairman Michael Soper, and President Ruth Rees, along with other administrative roles.

Crop Circle Report 1991 Part 1

A Frank Introduction (GA)

This section highlights the increasing complexity of formations, moving beyond simple "crop circles" to intricate shapes. The organization's stance has evolved from viewing them as naturally occurring phenomena to strongly indicating an "unknown intelligence at work." The author emphasizes the importance of "solid facts" derived from "painstaking field work" over "potty theories" or anecdotal evidence. The year 1991 saw significant new information, with formations appearing rapidly from late June to mid-August. The report contrasts this with the media's focus on Dr. Terence Meaden's plasma vortex theory, which the author dismisses as inadequate. The report notes the "goal posts" being moved by proponents of the vortex theory and mentions the "Kings New Clothes" analogy to describe the public's potential blindness to the true nature of the phenomenon.

Brief Report on 1991 (PA), (GA)

The 1991 season started late, with the first formation found in mid-May, followed by a gap until early June. Formations then appeared almost daily, evolving from "dumb-bell" configurations into complex patterns including circles, lines, rings, rectangles, and spirals, with some described as "insectograms." A particularly startling formation was discovered near Barbury Castle on July 17th, representing a "quantum leap" in complexity. New sites were identified across England, including Swindon, Bath, Bristol, and near Plymouth and Stonehenge. The report notes a significant increase in formations in late July and early August, with activity migrating from Wiltshire to the Chilterns and East Anglia. A "MANDELBROT SET" formation at Duxford is highlighted as particularly significant, suggesting the intelligence behind the formations is on par with advanced computer capabilities. The report estimates the season's totals will be presented later, noting the difficulty in providing a complete picture due to investigator availability. The complexity has increased, with formations now consisting of multiple elements rather than isolated circles, indicating a continuously developing phenomenon.

"Intelligence at Work" (GA)

This section argues that the "original quintuplet formations" reported in Awareness Vol 16 No 3 indicated intelligent design. It discusses the military's involvement and reluctance to acknowledge "Intelligences." The section details "Additions to existing Pictograms," citing an instance in 1990 where a fourth ring was added to a formation, which was difficult to hoax. It also mentions "Ghost" formations, which appeared as faint outlines and lacked dowsing reactions, suggesting a different, possibly experimental, approach by the creators.

Operation Blackbird / Chameleon (PA)

This part details military involvement in crop circle research. Operation "Blackbird" in 1990 aimed to film the creation of a crop circle, but the filmed event was allegedly a hoax. The report suggests army involvement in this hoax, citing the removal of surveillance officers and equipment on the night of the event. The author posits that the hoax was an "inside job" to dampen public hysteria and the belief in extraterrestrial origins. The section also mentions an "infiltration" attempt to distort the operation's findings and a story about a mutilated horse, clarifying it was a heart attack, possibly induced by panic from the circle formation.

Operation "Chameleon" in 1991 was kept "underwraps" due to excessive publicity from Blackbird. It involved extensive electronic surveillance (video, infra-red, radar) at a field near Calne, Wiltshire, which had previously hosted crop circles. The surveillance aimed to detect any phenomena, but surprisingly, four circles appeared without any equipment detection, leading to the ruling out of several theories, including hoaxes and plasma vortices.

Our Dangerous Countryside - An Analysis of Vortices (MS)

This section critically examines vortex theories for crop circle formation. The author argues that existing models, both non-ionised and ionised, are inadequate. The non-ionised vortex theory is dismissed due to observations of vertical stalks at the edge of circles and the lack of expected disarray. The ionised vortex theory, while initially seeming more plausible due to similarities with ball lightning, also faces challenges. The author questions how such phenomena can occur without significant noise or light emission, and how they can form with such precision and symmetry, passing through power lines and avoiding detection by hoaxers.

The author calculates the immense energy required to flatten crops, suggesting it is far beyond what simple vortices could generate. The energy required for a 3-meter radius circle is estimated at 22.5 kJ. The section also questions the high voltages (212 megavolts) implied by capacity calculations and challenges the theory's ability to explain the concentration of circles in England, the phenomenon's recent emergence on a large scale, and its formation in mist without debris.

Pictogram Close Ups (GA) (PA)

This section presents detailed descriptions and images of specific crop circle formations:

1. Barbury Castle, Nr Wroughton, Wilts: Described as a "mind boggling formation" discovered on July 17th, 1991. It was complex, with a kinked path and a large central circle. The formation was partially visible from a hill and was discovered by a news reporter. The author notes that the intelligence behind it reinforces previous claims. The formation was about 100 yards long, with a central circle of 70 ft diameter. The event coincided with reports of green lights, explosions, and power failures in the area.
2. "The Field of Delights" Chilcomb Down, Hants: This "ghost" pictogram appeared in an area known for previous formations. Initially faint, it later developed into a more complex "insectogram" alongside a "decaying prototype." A significant feature was a 50ft diameter floral representation with six petals, surrounded by a ring and a "W" shape. The formation was discovered on July 14th, with significant developments by August 6th.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the increasing complexity and apparent intelligence behind crop circle formations, the critique of existing scientific and paranormal explanations (particularly the plasma vortex theory), and the investigation into potential military involvement and hoaxes. The editorial stance is one of open-minded inquiry, prioritizing empirical evidence and suggesting that the phenomenon points towards an unknown, highly advanced intelligence. The magazine advocates for a rigorous, evidence-based approach, dismissing "potty theories" and emphasizing the profound implications of the crop circle phenomenon for understanding life and intelligence.

Title: Awareness
Issue: 25
Volume: 18
Date: Spring 1991
Publisher: Contact International (UK)
Country: UK
Language: English
ISSN: 0267-1999
Price: £2.50

Cover Story: Archetypal Journey from Mars

The cover story, "Archetypal Journey from Mars" by Michael Soper, explores the hypothesis that life on Earth originated from primitive organisms swept up from interstellar space by comets. It posits that Mars, having once had water on its surface, could have also harbored life. The article references the outflow channels into Chryse Planitia on Mars as evidence of past water activity. It also touches upon ancient Egyptian mythology and its potential connection to Mars, mentioning the Valles Marineris, Egyptian-style faces, and a pyramid in Cydonia.

Crop Circles and Intelligent Design

The section "THE FINAL WORD (PA)" discusses the mystery of crop circles, suggesting that there is a significant amount of unpublished research. The author believes that crop circles are not natural phenomena but evidence of an intelligence at work, whose origins are unknown. The author criticizes modern science for its perceived arrogance in trying to solve such mysteries and its potential harm to the planet. It is predicted that the resolution of this mystery will lead to a dramatic change for mankind.

Ancient Texts and Martian Connections

"A BOOK TO WORK ON" examines an ancient Egyptian coffin text, "The Ancient Book of the two ways," which is interpreted as describing an ancient journey. The text is quoted extensively, referencing journeys on a "Lotus-prowed Boat" and interactions with deities like Horus and Thoth. This is linked to the idea of an "Archetypal Journey from Mars," suggesting a connection between ancient Egyptian beliefs and extraterrestrial origins.

"TWO PLANETS AS ONE" continues the theme of Mars, discussing the Valles Marineris and its geological features. It mentions Egyptian-style faces and a pyramid in Cydonia, drawing parallels with Giza. The text includes further quotes from ancient Egyptian sources, referring to journeys and divine pronouncements.

"THE VOYAGE THROUGH DARKNESS" further explores themes from ancient texts, describing journeys through the sky and interactions with deities. It includes quotes that speak of restoring order to the sky and having power over darkness, possibly alluding to a cosmic or extraterrestrial context.

Evidence for Intelligent Life on Mars

"THREE DIMENSIONS IN TWO" presents a mathematical analysis of a diagram related to crop circles, suggesting it represents a scale diagram of four mountains (extinct volcanoes) in the Tharsis region of Mars. The author argues that the relationship between the perimeter and height of the triangle, and the use of fundamental dimensionless constants like pi and 'e', indicates intelligent design. This is extrapolated to suggest that intelligent life once existed on Mars, built monuments similar to Egyptian ones, and that a journey from Mars to Earth occurred approximately 30,000 years ago, possibly leading to the development of a hybrid race like Cro-Magnon.

UFO Update from Contact International

This section provides a chronological list of UFO sightings reported to Contact International in 1991. The sightings occurred across various locations in the UK, including Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Yorkshire, Somerset, Nottinghamshire, and Sonning Common. Descriptions include orange lights, stationary bright lights, flashing star-like objects, cylinder-shaped objects with colored lights, and loud roaring noises. Some sightings involved multiple witnesses and described objects as larger than conventional aircraft.

6th International UFO Congress

This report details the author's attendance at the 6th International UFO Congress held in Sheffield on August 16th-18th, 1991. The day attended was described as worthwhile, featuring speakers such as Odd-Gunnar Roed (Project Hessdalen), Paul Norman (Victoria UFO Group), Bertil Kuhlemann, Thomas Coote, Bertrand Meheust, and Walt Andrus. Topics covered included UFO sightings, the 'Face On Mars', and the Gulf Breeze incidents. The report notes the presence of researchers like Budd Hopkins and Cynthia Hind, lending credibility to the UFO field.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the possibility of intelligent extraterrestrial life, particularly concerning Mars, and the investigation of unexplained phenomena like crop circles and UFO sightings. The magazine appears to lean towards a belief in the significance of these phenomena, often linking them to ancient civilizations and cosmic journeys. The editorial stance, as expressed in "THE FINAL WORD (PA)" and the "Editorial Notes," encourages reader participation and the submission of articles and cover designs, while maintaining a stance against "cultist" material. The overall tone suggests a serious inquiry into subjects often dismissed by mainstream science.