Четвертое Измерение

Magazine Overview

This issue of 'Четвертое Измерение' (Fourth Dimension), published by the Yaroslavl Group for the Study of UFOs and presented as an appendix to the newspaper 'Заводская правда', focuses intensely on the phenomenon of underwater UFOs (Unidentified Submerged Objects - USOs). The cover boldly declares 'ПОДВОДНЫЕ НЛО' (UNDERWATER UFOs) and features an image of a diver, hinting at the deep-sea nature of the reported phenomena. The issue is dated 1993 and is priced as 'свободная' (free/unrestricted).

Underwater UFO Sightings and Cases

The magazine meticulously details numerous reported sightings of USOs from various locations around the world, spanning from historical accounts to more recent observations.

International Incidents:

• 1972, Savona, Italy: A 100m disk-shaped object was seen descending into the Mediterranean Sea, emitting rays that illuminated the water. It circled before submerging.
• August 1965, Red Sea: The crew of the Soviet ship 'Raduga' witnessed a 60m fiery ball emerge from the water, hover at 150m, and cause a large water column to rise and fall before flying away.
• December 1977, New Georgia Island: Fishermen on the trawler 'Vasily Kiselev' observed a 300-500m donut-shaped object rise vertically from the water, hovering at 4-5 km. This event caused the ship's radar and communication systems to fail for three hours.
• December 18, 1984, off the coast of North America: A Japanese ship reported luminous objects appearing at night, with one deviating and moving eastward at high speed after emerging from the water.
• Historical Accounts: The magazine references historical observations, including Columbus's sighting of a giant luminous underwater 'wheel' in the Sargasso Sea in 1492. Explorer Jean Piccard is also mentioned for observing unknown underwater objects from his bathyscaphe in 1959 near Guam (a round, disk-shaped object with luminous points) and in 1968 near the Bahamas (an elliptical object over 30m long moving at high speed).
• Naval Encounters: Several naval incidents are detailed:
• February 1960, Caribbean Sea: US Navy hydroacoustic devices detected an underwater object moving at incredible speeds.
• 1961, near Sydney: An underwater object disrupted naval maneuvers by Australian and New Zealand forces.
• 1964, south of Florida: During naval exercises, instruments on several destroyers detected a strange underwater object moving at 90 meters depth at 200 knots (370 km/h).
• 1963, Atlantic Basin near Puerto Rico: Hydroacoustics aboard the US carrier group led by the 'Wasp' detected a strange underwater object that shadowed the group for four days, performing rapid vertical maneuvers from the surface to 6000m depth. Experts concluded these objects could not be conventional submarines due to their speed and depth capabilities, nor could they be whales.
• Norwegian Navy Incidents (1972): Norwegian naval vessels repeatedly bombed unidentified submerged objects in Norwegian fjords, during which all electronic equipment and radar on the ships failed.
• September 1965, near the Azores: The American aircraft carrier 'Bunker Hill' detected an underwater object moving at 150-200 knots (300 km/h). Fighter jets were deployed, but the object emerged from the ocean and escaped at high speed.
• Bay of Bengal: The research vessel 'Vladimir Vorobyev' observed eight radial white beams, about 200m long, emanating from a large mass detected by sonar at 20m depth. This phenomenon, lasting about 30 minutes, caused sleeping sailors to wake up in fear.
• Malacca Strait (1973): The crew of the 'Anton Makarenko' observed luminous spots on the water radiating outwards, forming bands that rotated counter-clockwise. This lasted for 50 minutes.
• Barents Sea (October 7, 1977): The submarine tender 'Volga' experienced a situation where 9 UFOs hovered above the ship for 18 minutes, disrupting radio communications. After the UFOs disappeared, communication was restored.
• Pacific Ocean: Reports from the Pacific Fleet intelligence chief mention giant, metallic cylinders 800-900m long hovering over the water, from which smaller objects would emerge, dive, and then return. This cycle repeated multiple times before the cylinders ascended beyond the horizon.
• March 1974, Atlantic (off South America): A German trawler experienced a mechanical issue with its net. A diver investigating underwater heard a compressor-like sound and screams of terror. He saw a shiny metallic object emitting bright blue light hovering above the ship. When he resurfaced, the entire crew of 40 had vanished. This incident remains unexplained.
• Brazil (1958): A disk-shaped object, moving erratically, crashed into a river, causing the water to boil. Divers searched for two weeks but found nothing.
• North Sea (1955): A small, disk-shaped UFO (27m diameter) made of lightweight metal was discovered near the coast of West Germany. It was transported to Heligoland for study, but the results were not published.

Characteristics of Underwater UFOs:

The article highlights several key characteristics of these phenomena:

• Shape: Disk-shaped, round, donut-shaped, spherical, cylindrical, bird-like.
• Size: Ranging from 27 meters to an astonishing 3 kilometers in diameter or length.
• Speed: Exhibiting speeds far exceeding conventional submarines or marine life, with estimates reaching 200 knots (370 km/h) and beyond.
• Depth: Capable of diving to extreme depths, including 6000 meters, with rapid descent times that defy current submersible technology.
• Behavior: Hovering, rapid ascents/descents, high-speed movement, emitting light and heat, and sometimes causing electronic malfunctions.
• Trace Evidence: Some incidents report scorched earth, burnt vegetation, and unusual water disturbances, or lack thereof, suggesting a unique propulsion method.
• Electromagnetic Effects: Frequent reports of radar, communication, and electronic equipment failure during USO encounters.

Other Related Phenomena and Theories:

• UFOs from Ice: Some reports mention UFOs emerging from beneath the ice of large ponds and lakes.
• Underwater Inhabitants: One account from a submarine commander (V. G. Azhazha) describes observing a strange creature with dangling tentacles through the porthole.
• UFOs in Israel: The magazine includes a section on UFO sightings in Israel, detailing incidents from 1987 to 1993, including a 'scorched earth' event in Haifa, sightings of bird-like and spherical objects, and a possible crash of a 'spy disk' in 1989. Ufologists like Hadassah Arbel are featured.
• Psychotronic Weapons and Mind Control: A separate article by V. Shcheglov discusses the alleged use of psychotronic weapons by secret services (KGB, CIA) and the possibility of telepathic contact and mind control, suggesting that human dreams are artificially induced and that official contact with extraterrestrial intelligence has been deliberately delayed.
• Cosmic Discoveries: An article briefly touches upon the discovery of a massive dark 'cloud' surrounding our galaxy, potentially composed of 'black holes' or subatomic particles, suggesting that the universe's mass might be far greater than previously calculated, leading to a potential future contraction.
• Pyrokinesis: A short piece describes a rare and unexplained phenomenon of spontaneous human combustion, citing a tragic incident on a Brazilian beach.
• Conferences: Announcements are made for upcoming conferences on popular medicine in Moscow and a parascientific conference in Petrozavodsk, as well as a planned regional scientific-practical conference on UFOs and anomalous phenomena in Yaroslavl.
• Cultural Events: Listings for the Irkutsk Musical Theater's performances in Yaroslavl are included.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The overarching theme of this issue is the pervasive and often mysterious presence of unidentified objects not just in the atmosphere, but also beneath the surface of our planet's oceans and large bodies of water. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation and documentation of these phenomena, presenting a wide array of evidence and witness testimonies without outright dismissal. The magazine seems to advocate for the reality of these sightings, highlighting their anomalous characteristics that defy conventional explanations (e.g., speed, depth, maneuverability, electronic interference). There's a clear implication that these phenomena are not natural occurrences but likely involve advanced, possibly non-human, technology. The inclusion of articles on psychotronic weapons and cosmic discoveries suggests a broader interest in unexplained phenomena and potential threats or interactions beyond Earth. The magazine aims to inform its readers about the extent and nature of these unexplained events, encouraging further study and open-mindedness.