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Magazine Overview

This issue of "Historique des Objets Volants Non Identifiés" (History of Unidentified Flying Objects), issue number 19, published in 1970, delves into various UFO phenomena with a focus on international reports and historical context. The magazine appears to be French, as indicated by the language of the articles.

Key Articles and Reports

The Heinola, Finland Sighting (January 7, 1970)

The issue details a complex and troubling encounter experienced by Aarno Heinonen and Esko Viljo, two skiers in Finland. While resting in a forest 16 km north of Heinola, they heard a humming sound and saw an intense light in the air. The light, described as a luminous, greyish mist, descended and hovered. Through the mist, they distinguished a metallic object approximately three meters in diameter with three hemispheres underneath and a central tube. As the object neared the ground, the mist dissipated. The humming stopped, and a beam of light emerged from the tube, forming a disc before rejoining the tube. A creature, about 90 cm tall with a pale face and a shiny conical helmet, appeared. It held a black box that emitted a blinding light. More mist descended, and sparks of red and green light were ejected. The fog thickened, the light trembled, and then the object disappeared.

The aftermath for the witnesses was severe. Heinonen felt weak, paralyzed on his right side, and took two hours to walk the two kilometers to a village. He suffered from severe headaches, vomiting, respiratory problems, and his blood pressure dropped significantly. He experienced lingering pain, balance issues, and a constant chill despite no fever. Viljo's face was red and swollen, and he also lost his sense of balance, feeling a strange lightness in his legs. Red marks appeared on his chest and hands. Despite medical treatment, Heinonen's condition did not improve.

Other witnesses also reported seeing a strong light in the sky on the same date, with some falling ill after visiting the observation site.

The Haderslev, Denmark Sighting (August 13, 1970)

Around 10:50 PM on August 13, 1970, police officer E.H. Maarup was patrolling a road in Denmark when his car's headlights and engine suddenly failed. He saw a powerful light hovering nearby, and the car's interior temperature rose. His radio also malfunctioned. Maarup managed to photograph a large, oval object, estimated to be 15 meters long and 5 meters high, hovering at an altitude of 25 meters. It was described as a large grey shadow moving at very high speed.

The Enebacken, Sweden Landing (August 29-30, 1970)

During the night of August 29-30, a UFO reportedly landed on a farm in Enebacken, Sweden. The object left significant imprints on the ground, allowing investigators from GICOFF (Göteborgs Informations Center för Oidentifierde Flygande Föremäl) to collect soil samples. The farm owner, Mr. Johansson, stated he neither saw nor heard anything but noted the unusual activity around his property. Mr. E. Karlsson reported seeing a red object about 500 meters away and a strong red light in the sky. Analysis of the soil samples revealed a low gamma radiation, which experts found unlikely to be from nuclear experiments, possibly attributed to the isotope Cerium 137.

The Dr. James McDonald Case

The issue briefly mentions the death of Professor James McDonald in mid-June 1971, found in the Arizona desert. The official cause was suicide, with a letter found nearby, but the exact circumstances and motives remain enigmatic.

French Gendarmerie's Stance on UFOs (May 20, 1971)

An article from "Le Soir Illustré" highlights the French gendarmerie's serious approach to UFO phenomena. The article suggests that the gendarmerie, due to its nationwide presence and knowledge of local areas, is well-positioned to investigate UFOs, contradicting public skepticism and dismissing them as mere illusions or fantasies.

The Marbehan, Belgium Sighting (February 13, 1973)

Bernard Roussel, a 16-year-old student, witnessed a curious phenomenon in Marbehan, Belgium. He observed six luminous, orange-yellow balls of equal size, arranged in two parallel files, moving in a complex aerial ballet. The objects emitted light and appeared to vibrate, with no halo or sound. The observation lasted about five minutes.

The Marcinelle/Couillet, Belgium Sighting (September 16, 1973)

Bernard Dumont and his wife observed a luminous phenomenon near Charleroi. Initially, they saw a bright yellow light, which then resolved into six circular objects in formation. These objects moved in a complex pattern, ascending, descending, and moving laterally. The formation was later replaced by a single, larger disc that ascended rapidly and disappeared. The observation lasted about thirty minutes.

The Saint-Mathias-de-Chambly, Canada Sighting (October 5, 1973)

Mr. and Mrs. R.N. of Saint-Mathias-de-Chambly, Canada, reported an unusual event. They first noticed a powerful light, then a large, orange-yellow dome-shaped object. A smaller, "bulldozer"-like object emerged from the larger craft, and five small figures, about 1 meter tall and wearing orange suits, were seen moving around the smaller object. The ground around the smaller object was flattened and burnt. The young daughter of the witnesses later found a circle of flattened and burnt grass, approximately 18 meters in diameter, with smaller traces leading to another small circle.

The La Roche-en-Ardenne, Belgium Sighting (May 14, 1974)

Mr. and Mrs. Muller observed a luminous source in the sky near La Roche-en-Ardenne. It appeared as six luminous balls in formation, which later transformed into a single, larger disc. The object was described as having a yellow-orange color and moving rapidly.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings, emphasizing detailed witness accounts, photographic evidence, and sometimes physical traces. There's a clear interest in the scientific analysis of such phenomena, as seen with the soil sample analysis from Sweden. The publication also tracks the evolving public and official attitudes towards UFOs, noting a shift from outright dismissal to a more serious consideration, particularly highlighting the French gendarmerie's stance. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into the UFO phenomenon, presenting cases with a degree of objectivity while acknowledging the profound implications of these events. The recurring theme is the persistent presence of unexplained aerial phenomena across different countries and time periods, often accompanied by unusual effects on witnesses and the environment.

Inforespace, Issue 20, dated October 1974, is a French-language magazine focused on UFO and UAP phenomena. This issue presents a collection of detailed witness testimonies and investigative reports from various locations, primarily focusing on sightings from the 1950s through the mid-1970s. The cover story highlights a significant event in Spain where a UFO appeared to respond to light signals.

UN OVNI REPOND A DES SIGNAUX LUMINEUX EN ESPAGNE...

This article details the experience of Santiago Pulido Romero in Medellin, Spain, on June 14, 1973. Romero reported seeing a pot-shaped object flying at an incredible speed at low altitude. The object paralleled his car, and he experienced intense fear. He noted that the object would approach when he turned on his headlights and recede when he turned them off. The object was described as round, like a tower with a pointed top, and transparent, with a yellow light inside. It appeared to station itself at times, ascending and descending. Romero's testimony was investigated, and he described the object's movement as a "whirlwind" or "unbelievable vortex."

...ET AU BRESIL

This section recounts an incident on September 13, 1973, involving Mlle Lucia Paula Peixoto and three companions in Gravatay, Brazil. While driving, they observed a "big star" that descended and grew in size. The object was described as oval, dark yellow to red, with a bright yellow light underneath. It maintained a constant distance from their car, and when Marcos Gaertner, one of the witnesses, drove erratically and turned his headlights on and off, the object mirrored these actions with its own light and movements.

HUMANOIDE ET OVNI RAPPROCHÉ DANS LE NEW HAMPSHIRE (U.S.A.)

This article covers a series of significant sightings in New Hampshire during the summer of 1974. It begins with a report from Hampton, where a witness described a landed disc-shaped object, approximately 15-18 meters in diameter, with four feet. A trap opened, and a tall, voluminous humanoid figure emerged, wearing a garment from head to toe. The figure briefly walked on the sand before re-entering the object, which then departed. The witness also noted traces of a pink paste with liquid at the landing site. The report mentions previous UFO sightings in the region, including Exeter in 1965-66 and Goffston in November 1973.

Further details are provided about a sighting on June 6, 1974, involving Mme Viviane Stevens and her family in South-Hampton. They observed a luminous object resembling a child's cap with a round base, hovering over an elm tree. The object displayed various colored lights and seemed to follow their car. The object was described as having a round base with lights and a smaller top section. The witness found the spectacle "enthusiastic."

The section also touches upon police observations in Telton, USA, on August 11, 1974, where officers reported multiple objects in triangular formation, emitting light rays at each other. The objects were described as elliptical, with a dome, and approximately ten meters in diameter.

Amérique du Sud, continent de prédilection des OVNI (5)

This multi-part series continues with a focus on South America, specifically Brazil. It details an incident at Lagoa Negra, Rio Grande do Sul, in January 1958. Witnesses reported seeing two luminous red disc-shaped objects descend near the ground with pendular movements. The article references the work of Professor Felipe Machado Carrion and Jader U. Pereira, who have extensively studied UFO phenomena in Brazil. It also mentions other cases from the region, including the "tragic affair of Crixas."

Le dossier photo d'inforespace

This section presents a photographic case from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on October 2, 1971. Vânia (9 years old) and her godmother Vera (21 years old) observed a silent, yellow luminous object hovering near their house. The object, described as having a central body with two luminous axes and three pulsating lights (yellow, blue, red), moved closer and then ascended and descended. Two other witnesses also observed the object. M. Nelson Calmon Schubsky, accompanied by his fiancée Sheyla Fernandes Cardoso, took photographs of the object, which was described as having a pinkish central body with a red outline and three small holes underneath. The object emitted light beams that did not reach the ground. It then moved towards a nearby chimney and disappeared, reappearing later with a color change.

Technical details of the photography are provided, including the camera (Leica III F), lens (Sonitar 50 mm), film (Orwo 20 ASA), and settings (1/40 speed, f/2.8 aperture). The analysis of the photos and witness testimonies suggests the object had a real diameter of 2 to 3 meters and was observed at a distance of 125-166 meters, with angular heights of 35° and 45°.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the responsiveness of UFOs to human-made signals (lights), the description of UFOs as silent and capable of incredible speed and maneuverability, and the presence of humanoid figures associated with some sightings. The magazine consistently presents detailed witness accounts, often corroborated by multiple observers or photographic evidence, and references the investigative efforts of organizations like the GGIOANI and GEPA. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into these phenomena, presenting cases with a degree of detail and analysis, while acknowledging the extraordinary nature of the events described.

Title: Phénomènes Spatiaux
Issue: 24
Date: June 1970

This issue of Phénomènes Spatiaux delves into a compelling UFO case from Brazil, focusing on an event that occurred near Lagune Noire in early January 1958. The magazine presents a detailed account of the sighting, including witness testimonies, a description of the object and its occupants, and the physical evidence left behind. The issue also includes commentary and analysis from ufologists, exploring the implications of the case and its potential connections to other phenomena.

The Lagune Noire Case: A Detailed Account

The central focus of this issue is the Lagune Noire incident, which took place on a farm near the municipality of Viamao in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. The observation occurred on a clear, windless night in early January 1958, between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, lasting for approximately 20 minutes. The witnesses were the farm owner, his wife, their son and daughter, and one of the farm's employees. The investigator noted that these individuals, despite having a modest level of education, provided pertinent answers during the inquiry.

The Arrival of the Object

The event began with a luminous phenomenon that crossed the starry sky with astonishing speed. A rounded, luminous form descended vertically, stopping about 2 meters above the black sand shores of the lagoon. The distance from the farm to the landing site was 390 meters. The object was described as being approximately 10 meters in diameter and 3 meters high, topped with a dome resembling a hat. It appeared metallic and emitted an intense, yet weakening, red light. The object remained suspended without rotation, except for a slight movement noted as it began to depart. The light emitted caused a burning sensation in the witnesses' eyes and penetrated the house through window and door cracks, illuminating the interior without casting shadows.

The Occupants of the Craft

As the strange machine hovered, occupants appeared. Two tall beings, estimated at around 2 meters in height, emerged. They wore white suits with a wide band of the same color at the waist. Their faces were described as broad, and they had long hair reaching their shoulders. The witnesses noted they resembled "saints." These beings were apparently of the white race, with large, bare feet. Their hands were long, and they were classified as "T 3, V 3" humanoids according to J.U. Pereira's classification.

Subsequently, three smaller figures appeared. These beings were about 1.40 meters tall and wore brown suits with a similar waist band. They also had long hair reaching their shoulders and were of the white race. Their feet were clad in small boots, and they were classified as "T 3, V 2" humanoids by J.U. Pereira.

Activity of the Occupants

Under the intense illumination from the craft, the two tall beings moved towards a wire fence bordering the lagoon. They followed a stream alongside the fence to a point midway between the object and a gate. They then returned to the vicinity of the craft. The three smaller occupants remained near the lower part of the object. The tall beings then proceeded towards the fence gate, stopping at a small wooden bridge over the stream. They returned to the craft, and on a third occasion, they again moved towards the gate, opened it, closed it, and continued progressing towards the farm. The owner and his employee were outside the house at this time.

The wife of the owner stated that the "strangers seemed not to touch the ground, giving the impression of being carried by the rising tide." The tall beings walked with haste and stiffness, in a manner described as "goose-stepping," giving the impression that their legs were rigid.

Traces on the Ground

The following day, traces were found at the site of the quasi-landing. Two types of footprints were observed: large ones with long toes, and smaller ones corresponding to a smooth sole with a five-pointed star pattern in the middle, with one point directed forward.

Witness Accounts and Animal Behavior

The owner's wife, son, and daughter were inside the house. The young boy hid under the covers due to fear of the red light. The daughter, observing through the partially open door, exclaimed that the beings resembled "saints." This exclamation prompted the mother to call her husband. When the door was opened and her husband was called, the tall beings stopped and turned back the way they came.

Notably, the animals in the vicinity showed no signs of distress. The five dogs belonging to the farm, usually wary of visitors, remained silent and did not leave their spot. This lack of reaction from animals during UFO events is also noted in other cases, such as one in Trancas, Argentina, where dogs also remained quiet.

Commentary and Analysis

Claude Bourtembourg provides commentary on the case, referencing Jader U. Pereira's classification of humanoids. The "T 3, V 3" type is described as tall (around 2m), with blonde hair, a fleshy face, and a robust body, wearing a one-piece suit. Their attitude is indifferent. The "T 3, V 2" type is shorter (1.25-1.50m), with blonde or brown hair, fair skin, and a suit with a wide belt, also showing remarkable indifference to the outside world. The report mentions 18 observed cases of this type, particularly in Central and South America and England.

Bourtembourg highlights the unusual aspects of the Lagune Noire case, particularly the seemingly instantaneous materialization and dematerialization of the humanoids, likening it to ghosts passing through walls. The impassive reaction of the dogs and the witness's comparison of the beings to "saints" lead some to suggest connections to parapsychology. Jacques Vallée's work on the "Invisible College" is mentioned as exploring such avenues.

However, Bourtembourg also offers a more rational explanation for some aspects. He suggests that the witnesses, being about 400 meters away, might not have accurately discerned the exit of the humanoids from the object. It's possible they exited from the side opposite the witnesses and circled around, leading to their sudden appearance. Regarding the animals' behavior, he posits that certain waves or frequencies might be perceived differently by humans and animals, suggesting that the UFO's emissions might have been imperceptible or non-threatening to the dogs.

Bibliographical References

The issue includes a bibliography citing several sources related to UFO phenomena, including:

• René Fouéré, Phénomènes Spatiaux, no. 20 (June 1969)
• F.M. Carrion, Discos Voadores Imprevisiveis e Conturbadores (1968)
• Bulletin de la SBEDV, no. 15 (March 1960)
• FSR Case Histories, no. 5 (June 1971)
• UFO-Nachrichten, no. 195 (December 1972)

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of Phénomènes Spatiaux focuses on detailed case studies of UFO sightings and encounters, emphasizing witness testimony and physical evidence. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of thorough investigation, presenting factual accounts alongside expert commentary and analysis. It explores both conventional and more speculative interpretations of UFO phenomena, including potential links to parapsychology, while also seeking rational explanations. The recurring theme is the meticulous documentation and examination of unexplained aerial phenomena and the beings associated with them.