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1991 - 6th International Congress Guide
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This document is the programme for the 6th International UFO Congress, titled 'The Global View', which took place on August 16th, 17th, and 18th, 1991. The programme details the schedule of events, speakers, and topics for each of the three days.
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This document is the programme for the 6th International UFO Congress, titled 'The Global View', which took place on August 16th, 17th, and 18th, 1991. The programme details the schedule of events, speakers, and topics for each of the three days.
Daily Schedule and Speakers
Friday, 16th August
The day began with an opening address by Major Sir Patrick Wall, followed by a preview by John Spencer. Paul Vanbrabant presented on 'The Belgian UFO Wave'. After lunch, Kenneth Higgins offered 'UFO'S: A Scottish Viewpoint', and Kathryn Howerd spoke on 'On the Edge of Earth'. The afternoon concluded with Jenny Randles discussing 'Crop Circles: In search of an answer', followed by an open forum for audience questions.
Saturday, 17th August
Saturday's sessions included an update on 'Project Hessdalen' by Odd-Gunnar Roed. Bertil Kuhlemann explored 'The phenomena and its meaning'. Paul Norman provided 'An up-date from down under', and Thomas Coote discussed 'The Jamestown Incident'. Bertrand Meheust's topic was 'To be announced', and Walter Andrus gave a 'Gulf Breeze up-date'. The day also ended with an open forum.
Sunday, 18th August
Sunday's agenda featured Steven Gamble on 'Computerising UFO data' and Kenneth Phillips with an 'Anamnesis up-date'. John MacNish presented on 'Crop Circles: The Aerial Viewpoint'. Cynthia Hind posed the question 'To believe or not to believe?', and Thomas Bullard spoke on 'Lost in Magonia'. The congress concluded with Budd Hopkins discussing 'UFO Abductions', followed by a final open forum.
Special Event
On Saturday evening, a special event featured a live concert by the Scottish rock band CEIV. The entrance fee for the concert was £2.00, and tickets were available on the night. A copy of the CEIV 'ABDUCTION' tape could also be obtained for £6.00.
Sponsorship and Organisers
The congress was sponsored by BUFORA, IUN, MUFON, and ICUR. The programme also includes information about these organizations:
- BUFORA (The British UFO Research Association Limited): Founded in 1964, BUFORA aims to encourage, promote, and conduct unbiased scientific research of UFO phenomena in the UK. They publish booklets, a bi-monthly magazine 'UFO TIMES', and 'UFO Newsfile'.
- IUN (Independent UFO Network): Formed in 1987, the IUN disseminates research and investigations via its magazine 'UFO BRIGANTIA'. They also operate 'UFO-LINE', an information service.
- MUFON (Mutual UFO Network, Inc.): An international scientific organization founded in 1969, MUFON focuses on studying and researching the UFO phenomenon. They publish the 'MUFON UFO JOURNAL' and have a board of consultants with expertise in various scientific fields.
- ICUR (The International Committee for UFO Research): ICUR exists to coordinate UFO research across national boundaries and facilitate compatible computer data exchange.
Related Services and Products
The document also advertises several related services and products:
- The Surrey: A public house offering food and drink, specially opened for congress delegates on Sunday lunch time.
- UFOCALL: A BUFORA information service available via telephone.
- Brigantia Books: Stocks a large selection of second-hand and rare UFO titles and has items for sale at the congress.
- Spacelink Books: Offers a large selection of new UFO titles.
- UFORIA: Specializes in ufological memorabilia such as posters and T-shirts.
- ENIGMAS: A magazine published by Strange Phenomena Investigations (SPI) covering paranormal topics including UFOs.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The primary theme of this document is the organization and promotion of the 6th International UFO Congress. The editorial stance is one of facilitating and disseminating information about UFO research and related phenomena, as evidenced by the detailed programme and the inclusion of various research organizations and related commercial entities. The congress appears to be a significant event for the UFO community, bringing together researchers and enthusiasts from various countries.