Gazette des Mousquetaires - No 29 - LDLN disparait

Magazine Overview

This issue of 'La Gazette de l'Ufo' (Number 426, 58th year, dated February/March 2016) focuses heavily on the impending closure of the influential French ufology magazine 'LDLN Lumières Dans La Nuit'. The cover prominently features articles on the Roswell UFO crash, an exceptional case in Savoie, and a personal account from a ufologist. The price is €8.50.

The Looming Closure of LDLN

The central theme of this issue is the potential disappearance of LDLN. Several subscribers and collaborators express their deep concern and dismay. Jean-Louis Lagneau initiates a discussion, noting a lack of communication from the magazine's management and Joël Mesnard's shared anxiety about the future. He proposes gathering subscriber information and potentially visiting the management to understand the situation.

Michel Turco shares a message from Gérard Lebat, relaying that LDLN is ceasing publication because it is no longer profitable and is losing money. The company is reportedly facing liquidation, and issue number 427 will not be published. This news is met with sadness and regret from those involved.

Exploring Alternatives and the History of LDLN

Several individuals propose ideas to save LDLN or its spirit. Guy Coat suggests moving LDLN online via Ovni Paris. Patrice Galacteros acknowledges the challenges of web publication, including piracy, and questions whether it's a viable solution, also raising concerns about brand ownership. He is willing to investigate free technical solutions.

Guy Loterre recounts past attempts to collaborate with the LDLN publishers, Sylvie and Laurent Boulanger, which were unsuccessful. He invites others to support LDLN directly if they wish.

Gilles Lorant, who never subscribed but heard good things about LDLN's factual approach, emphasizes the need to revive its spirit. He suggests a feasibility study for associating the project with Ovni-Paris and notes the potential challenges of a volunteer-run organization.

Michel Turco announces a plan to form a group of dedicated individuals to ensure the continuity of LDLN in some form, starting with sharing observations and case studies, potentially building a library, and eventually publishing a bulletin.

The issue delves into the history of LDLN, noting it was founded in 1957 by Raymond Veillith as a commercial entity. It was linked to the association France Ufologie. The publication evolved from a monthly bulletin to a bimonthly and then printed format. Joël Mesnard took over in 1985, publishing 15,000 copies annually. The CVLDLN (Centre de Vulgarisation des Lumières Dans La Nuit) was also active, with figures like Gilles Munsch involved. In October 2014, Sylvie and Laurent Boulanger took over publication until their recent withdrawal.

Georges Metz expresses his deep affection for LDLN, having known it for over forty years and met founder Raymond Veillith. He laments its potential demise and recalls Veillith's dedication. Metz suggests that an artisanal publication is difficult without significant resources and had previously proposed a digital format.

MyrBel suggests using crowdfunding platforms like Kisskiss Bank to revive the magazine, noting that many diverse projects have succeeded this way. However, they stress the importance of understanding the reasons for the magazine's collapse before attempting a relaunch.

Discussion on the Nature of the Void

In a separate section, Guy Coat discusses the concept of the 'void' based on Trinh Xuan Thuan's book 'La Plénitude du Vide' (The Fullness of the Void). He explains that the vacuum is not truly empty but is infinite and filled with virtual particles and antiparticles according to quantum mechanics. He touches upon why we cannot pass through solid matter despite the apparent emptiness of atoms, attributing it to electromagnetic forces and quantum mechanics.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the profound sadness and concern over the potential loss of LDLN, a magazine respected for its factual and non-sensationalist approach to ufology. There is a strong desire among contributors to find a way to preserve its legacy, whether through a new publication, a digital platform, or a collective effort. The discussions highlight the challenges of maintaining such publications in the current media landscape, particularly the shift away from print and the difficulties of volunteer-run organizations. The editorial stance is one of deep respect for LDLN's history and a hopeful, albeit cautious, exploration of future possibilities.

Title: La Gazette de l'Ufo
Issue: n°29
Date: 29/09/2016
Publisher: Gwion Coat ar Roc'h

This issue of La Gazette de l'Ufo focuses on updates from Editions Atlantes and a detailed discussion and debate surrounding the book "Découverte au Bucegi" by Radu Cinamar.

Editions Atlantes Changes Website

Christel Seval announces that Editions Atlantes has launched a new, modernized website at www.editions-atlantes.fr. The new site is designed to be compatible with four different screen formats, including smartphones. A new specific email address, [email protected], is also introduced. The previous email address, [email protected], will remain active. A new Facebook page is planned to be launched soon for ongoing promotion.

Review and Debate: "Découverte au Bucegi"

The core of this issue revolves around the book "Découverte au Bucegi" by Radu Cinamar, described as a long-awaited work translated into French with a preface by Daniel Hofnung. The book is presented as a significant contribution to understanding humanity's history and potentially revealing extraterrestrial bases.

Guy Loterre shares his initial impressions upon receiving the book, highlighting its 237 pages and its potential to open new avenues of knowledge. He notes that the book deals with a 'burning subject' that should not remain ignored.

Gérard Deforge offers a more critical perspective. He states that if readers find something particularly striking in the book, they should inform him, as he has supplementary documents that would be very illuminating. He sends these documents to Christel and Daniel. Deforge also comments on a debate about consumerism, suggesting that the book opens a door to a new world, containing not one but two fundamental discoveries. He warns that the book is like a 'barrel of gunpowder'.

Gilles Lorant claims to have a 'gift' for anticipating things and is familiar with the book's content, having read excerpts. He describes the book as a symbolic transcription, rich in personal anecdotes, conveying a message to Eastern European populations who carry the imprint of anti-American conspiracist culture inherited from decades of Bolshevism. Lorant suggests the book stigmatizes Western ideological foundations, including religious institutions, occult movements, and financial institutions, ultimately presenting Romania as a historically privileged nation.

Lorant further elaborates on the book's potential to reframe Romania's place in human history, suggesting it's a mystical rather than economic positioning, akin to Russia's efforts to rally former Eastern Bloc nations. He believes the story is largely true, even if the framework is more global than Romanian. He argues that the book's revelations are not yet fully assimilable and that the 'truth' established by society needs to be questioned individually. He compares it to Lobsang Rampa's "The Caves of the Ancients," suggesting a 40-year maturation period is needed to reach the stage of 'it's exactly here and now.'

Gérard Deforge responds critically to Lorant's analysis, calling it 'verbiage' and suggesting Lorant's anticipations need correction through a careful reading of the book. Deforge warns of a severe disinformation campaign against the book and implies Lorant's comments might be part of it. He challenges Lorant's understanding, stating that Lorant doesn't know the author personally and hasn't investigated figures like Arsenie Boca or Massini, implying Lorant simply wants to believe without evidence.

Gilles Lorant defends his position, acknowledging his comments might seem like 'verbiage' but questioning how Deforge can distinguish between the author's verbiage and reality without knowing the author. He asks if Deforge has personally investigated similar figures. Lorant states that when it comes to upheavals, the reader's understanding is guided by revelations disseminated through a protocol based on cultural resonance, and he bets the book explains this protocol.

Gérard Deforge continues his critique, dismissing Lorant's analysis as superficial and possibly part of a disinformation effort. He argues that the book's structure, which he believes is intentionally obscured, provides a key to understanding the overall system, particularly concerning a 'world government' that many suspect exists. He suggests that the author deliberately provides 'clues' for those capable of understanding, distinguishing information from disinformation. Deforge implies that Lorant is taking the book at face value and is not grasping its deeper, possibly coded, message.

Deforge also accuses Lorant of playing a 'double game,' being both an international ecologist and someone 'deeply involved in the system.' He claims to have extensive knowledge of political maneuvering and world affairs, gained through his own experiences, which Lorant lacks. Deforge asserts his own position as a 'militant of Truth' and criticizes Lorant for making judgments based on 'impressions' rather than documented analysis.

Gilles Lorant makes a final remark, stating that the exchanges have become unproductive and he will stop them to avoid further bothering the Group. He humorously notes that "Ufologists have taken a big hit" and jokes about the potential publication of articles based on 'big balls' like those of 'Roro' or smaller ones from Charles and Coat, but admits he's out of batteries for the large luminous objects of the Aveyron type.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue highlights the ongoing discussion and debate within the UFO and esoteric community regarding new publications and their interpretations. There's a clear tension between those who accept information more readily and those who demand rigorous analysis and evidence, with accusations of disinformation and superficiality being exchanged. The magazine appears to foster open discussion, even when contentious, and provides a platform for different viewpoints on complex subjects.

The editorial stance, as represented by the publisher Gwion Coat ar Roc'h, seems to be one of disseminating information and fostering debate within the UFO community, as indicated by the title "La Gazette de l'Ufo" and the content presented.