Awareness - 1995-96 - Vol 21 No 1

Magazine Overview

Title: AWARENESS
Subtitle: The Journal of CONTACT INTERNATIONAL
Issue: Volume 21 Number 1
Date: Season 1995-6 (Editorial dated January 10th, 1996)
Publisher: CONTACT INTERNATIONAL
Country: England
Language: English

This issue of Awareness magazine delves into the persistent phenomenon of UFO sightings, with a prominent focus on 'Triangle Type Objects Over The U.K.' The cover prominently displays illustrations of such objects sighted in Wantage (January 1995), Bromsgrove (September 1995), Westbury (October 1995), and Newbury (November 1995). The magazine also features a detailed analysis of a UFO questionnaire, reports on specific sightings, and discussions on related topics like abductions and crop circles.

Editorial

The editorial, penned by 'THE EDITOR', highlights the ongoing government apathy towards investigating UFO phenomena, drawing a parallel with the belated recognition of 'Gulf War Syndrome'. It notes that despite a year passing since a triangular UFO was sighted near Manchester Airport, no rational explanation has been found, strengthening the case for the existence of such objects. The editorial also announces the restructuring of Contact International following an Extraordinary General Meeting on January 10th, 1996, aimed at managing increasing membership and improving data and investigation efforts. A planned annual conference for 1996 is announced for September 29th at Exeter Hall, Kidlington, with a nominal ticket price of £5 due to rising hall hire costs. The editor observes the increasing public acceptance of UFOs, noting the presence of UFO magazines in mainstream newsagents.

Contents

• The table of contents outlines the issue's articles, including:
• Editorial
• Minutes of Extraordinary General Meeting
• News in Brief
• UFO Questionnaire - The Analysis
• Respondents UFO File
• Abduction 1985 "Marie"
• Sighting Summaries - Data Research
• Clancarty Bequest - Sample Book List
• Container To Soul Are You Receiving? - J.A. Brookes
• One of Ours - Or One of Theirs? - Ray Hunt
• UFOs of the Second Kind Seen in Space - M.C. Soper
• Solihull Conference Report - Darren Hudson
• Astronomical Notes 1996 - Data Research
• Reviews
• Advertisements

Contact International Council

The issue lists the officers and committee members of Contact International, including Founder President 8th Earl Clancarty, President J. Bernard Delair, Vice President Geoffrey Ambler, Chairperson Brian P. James, Vice Chairperson Ray Hunt, and Secretary Mrs Frances Copeland. Several specialized roles are also detailed, such as Editor Awareness (Geoffrey Ambler), Editor UFO Register (Frances Copeland), and Data Archive Co-ordinator (Mark Maynereid, Geoff Ambler, Frances Copeland, Brian James).

Minutes of EGM

Minutes from an Extraordinary General Meeting held at the Asian Cultural Centre, Oxford on January 10th, 1996, detail the election of officers and the re-election of several key positions. The financial statement showed a balance of £712.51. The meeting also discussed the advantages of a PO Box for the organization and nominated Mr. Derek Mansell as an Honorary Life Member. The 1996 conference was deferred for further discussion.

News in Brief

• This section covers several brief reports:
• Airship Trouble: Mis-identifications of illuminated airships, including one with 'PHILIPS' branding seen over Cheltenham.
• Basingstoke Sighting: The editor witnessed an illuminated airship with a pale blue glow and red strobes.
• Cover Changes: The regular cover designer, Mark Maynereid, is relinquishing the task, with Brian James taking over. The term 'UFONAUTS' is proposed for 'UFO-dial'.
• Crop Circles in Czech Republic: Reports of several crop circle events in Bohemia during July/August, including circles of varying sizes and one with a raised centre.
• Lost Aircraft: Concerns are raised about the loss of 9 RAF aircraft in early 1996, attributed to pilot error and bad weather, amidst unease about morale due to defence cuts.

UFO Questionnaire - The Analysis

• This section presents the results of a questionnaire sent to Contact International members. Key findings include:
• Seen a UFO: 56% of respondents claimed to have seen a UFO.
• Nature of UFOs: 66.8% believe they are extraterrestrial craft, 9.4% think they are energy forms, 7.9% believe they are time warps, and 15.8% chose 'other'.
• Alien Beings Present: 70.4% believe there are many types of alien beings present on Earth.
• Origin of Aliens: 68.1% believe aliens originate from beyond the solar system, with some suggesting the Moon or other planets are used as bases.
• Alien Disposition: 71% believe aliens are friendly, while 29% consider them malevolent. 44.7% believe they are living here permanently, and 55.3% think they are doing experiments before moving on.
• Crop Circles: 53.2% believe crop circles are created by an unknown intelligence or alien force, 6.9% by UFO landing marks, 9.2% by natural phenomena, and 30.7% by hoaxers.
• Roswell Incident: 80.6% believe it was a crashed UFO with alien occupants, while 16.1% think it was secret military debris.
• Alien Autopsy Film: Respondents are divided on the Santilli film, with 12.1% believing it's footage of an alien, 46.4% considering it a hoax by government/military/CIA, and 41.4% believing it's a genuine event but something else.
• Government Cover-up: A significant 90% believe a government cover-up over UFOs exists.

Several respondents provide detailed comments and personal theories on these topics, including Dave Surman, Brian Burden, M. Orme, N.L. Sheffield, Chris Tebble, Pierre Hervieux, Margaret Fry, S. Salaman, and David Aldridge.

Respondents UFO File

• This section features personal accounts of UFO sightings and experiences:
• Case 1: A bright orangy ball, appearing star-like through binoculars, was observed flying at 12:15 a.m. with two fighter jets in pursuit.
• Case 2: A slow-moving object, possibly a jet plane or cigar-shaped, was seen flying low over Le Havre.
• Case 3/4: Two sightings in Yakima and Springvale, WA, USA, involving bright lights hovering.
• Case 5: A stationary light in the sky near North, observed changing color from white to red to green, and splitting into two pieces.
• Case 6: A bright light, appearing as a sphere with a dome, was seen above Norman, OK, USA, and vanished.
• Case 7: A large fiery orange ball with a tail of sparks was seen flying low over Liverpool.
• Case 8: A large dark mass, described as bungalow-sized, with colored lights and a pulsating red area, was observed hovering and moving.
• Case 9: A witness describes a harrowing abduction experience from 1985, involving a non-human entity, pain, and a physical mark.

Abduction 1985 "Marie"

This personal account details a terrifying experience of physical assault by a non-human entity, described as a 'skinny little thing' with large black eyes. The witness recounts being held down, experiencing intense pain, and eventually fighting off the entity. She also mentions a mark left on her side and a recurring feeling of being drained. The experience led her to believe in UFOs and a potential future contact.

Sighting Summaries - Data Research

• This section provides brief summaries of UFO sightings:
• 21 November 1993 - Cockermouth, Cumbria: A diamond-shaped UFO with colored lights was observed.
• 28 October 1993 - Hampstead, London: A circular object with pulsing segments and a red light was seen moving parallel to a train.
• 19 January 1994 - Deddington, Oxfordshire: A fast, round object with a trail was observed.

Other Articles

• Container To Soul Are You Receiving? - J.A. Brookes: A philosophical piece on consciousness and potential communication.
• One of Ours - Or One of Theirs? - Ray Hunt: Discusses the possibility of alien craft being of terrestrial origin or influence.
• UFOs of the Second Kind Seen in Space - M.C. Soper: Explores UFOs that may not be extraterrestrial but rather of unknown origin or technology.
• Solihull Conference Report - Darren Hudson: A report on a conference related to UFO phenomena.
• Astronomical Notes 1996 - Data Research: Provides astronomical data relevant to the period.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the prevalence of UFO sightings, particularly triangle-shaped craft over the UK, and the perceived lack of government interest or transparency in investigating these phenomena. The editorial stance is critical of the Ministry of Defence's 'apathetic' approach and highlights the ongoing efforts of Contact International to gather and analyze UFO-related data. There is a strong undercurrent of belief in the reality of UFOs and alien visitation among the membership, as evidenced by the questionnaire results. The magazine also touches upon the controversial topics of alien abductions and the Roswell incident, reflecting the membership's inclination towards accepting these phenomena as genuine experiences or events.

This issue of Awareness magazine, dated 1996 and identified as Volume 15, is published by Contact International. The cover price is £2.50. The main cover headline is "UFOs OF THE SECOND KIND SEEN IN SPACE", with a subtitle "new data from Michael Soper". The document type is a magazine issue.

Key Articles and Content

UFO Sightings and Encounters

The magazine presents a detailed collection of UFO sighting reports, primarily from the United Kingdom, spanning from January 1994 to February 1996. These include:

• January 23, 1994 - Dover, Kent: A witness reported seeing six chrome-coloured spheres with rotating beams.
• December 27, 1994 - Kidlington, Oxfordshire: Witnesses in a car observed a row of lights that transformed into a green metallic disk with domes and lights, hovering silently.
• August 14, 1994 - Oxford: A bright light was observed and photographed, possibly a simple parhelia or halo.
• January 17, 1995 - Wantage, Oxfordshire: A witness reported a green delta-shaped craft following their car with a beam of light, causing the interior to become ice cold.
• February 21, 1995 - Arnold, Nottinghamshire: A triangular object with flashing lights was observed approaching, emitting a faint roar.
• July 30, 1995 - Wolverhampton, Staffordshire: Four witnesses saw a multi-coloured object performing complex manoeuvres, including rapid jumps.
• September 24, 1995 - Bromsgrove, Worcestershire: Two 'black triangle' objects were observed moving in perfect unison.
• October 5, 1995 - Westbury, Northamptonshire: A 'black triangle' object with lights was seen moving slowly.
• November 19, 1995 - Newbury, Berkshire: A triangular object with red lights was observed moving silently overhead.
• February 14, 1996 - Hinckley to Lechlade, Gloucestershire: A witness reported an extensive UFO event involving a bright light, a red ball, and a triangle of lights that seemed to escort her car.

The magazine also features a significant section on cigar-shaped UFOs, listing numerous historical and recent sightings from various locations worldwide, including detailed descriptions of their appearance and performance. Examples include sightings in Canada, Singapore, USA, France, and Australia, with some reports dating back to 1762.

Theoretical and Philosophical Articles

• "CONTAINER TO SOUL ARE YOU RECEIVING?" by J.A. Brookes: This article explores the idea that humans might be 'containers of soul' and controlled by higher beings, questioning destiny and the future in the context of advanced technology.
• "ONE OF OURS - OR ONE OF THEIRS?" by Ray Hunt: This piece discusses the stringent rules governing airspace and argues that professional military pilots would not risk breaking these rules, suggesting that UFO reports from controlled airspace are unlikely to be military aircraft.
• "UFO's OF THE SECOND KIND SEEN IN SPACE" by Michael Soper: This section introduces new data focusing on UFO phenomena in space, moving beyond ground-level sightings.

Astronomical Information

"ASTRONOMICAL NOTES 1996" by Data Research provides monthly details on the positions and visibility of planets and prominent stars. This information is intended to help observers distinguish celestial objects from potential UFOs, covering the period from January to December 1996.

Reviews and Event Information

• "WE ARE DEFINITELY NOT ALONE - A Video, by T. Roy Dutton, C.Eng." Reviewed by Brian P James: The review discusses Roy Dutton's theories on UFO events and crop circles, suggesting an extra-terrestrial origin and the existence of regular patterns in UFO activity. The video is available for purchase.
• "FEB' 1996 SOLIHULL CONFERENCE - REPORT BY DARREN HUDSON: This report details the author's experience at a paranormal conference, highlighting speakers like Stanton Friedman, Graham Birdsall, Anthony Dodd, and Robert Dean, and mentioning topics such as UFO knowledge, the Roswell incident, and underwater bases.
• "TOM & KERRY BLOWER present THE SUPERNORMAL Research Conference '96": This announcement details an upcoming conference in Cardiff on July 20-21, 1996, featuring international speakers discussing UFOs, crop circles, life after death, and other paranormal subjects.
• "CONTACT INTERNATIONAL Presents Its 1996 CONFERENCE": This announcement details a conference in Oxford on September 29, 1996, with speakers including Roy Dutton, Roy Lake, and Lee Winterson, focusing on UFO phenomena and video footage.

Book Listings and Advertisements

• "CLANCARTY BEQUEST - SAMPLE BOOK LIST": A list of approximately 800 books on UFOs and related subjects available for reference.
• "ADDITIONS TO STOCK: BOOKS for sale": A catalogue of books available from Lionel Beer, covering popular paperbacks and softcover books on UFOs, aliens, and paranormal topics.
• Advertisements: Several advertisements are included for organizations like Midnight Books (secondhand books on the unexplained), UFO and Space Age Publications, Contact International (offering an A4 booklet and UFO badges), and UFO Newclippings Service.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO phenomena, presenting a wide range of witness accounts, historical data, and theoretical discussions. There is a clear interest in the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence and craft, with a critical examination of conventional explanations. The publication also touches upon related subjects like crop circles, paranormal events, and the nature of consciousness. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging research and the sharing of information, while also providing tools (like astronomical notes) to help discern genuine phenomena from misidentifications. The inclusion of conference announcements and book sales indicates an active community involved in the study of the unexplained.