Gazette des Mousquetaires - No 55 - Le Triangle des Bermudes

Magazine Overview

This issue of "La Gazette des Mousquetaires De l'Ufo" (Issue 55, May 24, 2018) delves into the enduring mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle, presenting a detailed investigation primarily focused on unexplained aerial and maritime disappearances. The cover features a striking black and white photograph of a formation of five propeller-driven aircraft flying through clouds, accompanied by the headline "Mystère, des Avengers... disparus" and the main title "La Gazette des Mousquetaires De l'Ufo" with "Le Triangle des Bermudes" as a prominent subtitle.

I - Le Triangle des Bermudes (Part 1: Aircraft Disappearances)

The article, authored by Jean Sider and based on the investigation by Gian J. Quazar, begins by defining the geographical area of the Bermuda Triangle and acknowledging the abundant maritime and aerial traffic that passes through it. It notes that while meteorological phenomena contribute to accidents, the focus will be on cases with "high strangeness" that point to unknown scientific phenomena and UFO activity, where conventional explanations are insufficient.

The Latest "Banalization"

The author critically examines a "scientific explanation" published online in December 2015, which attributed the Triangle's mysteries to "pingos" – large underwater methane gas pockets. The article debunks this theory by pointing out its conditional language, its focus solely on maritime incidents (ignoring aircraft), and the fact that "dolines" (sinkholes) are small depressions, not the large features implied. The explanation is also criticized for being attributed to Russian and Norwegian scientists, questioning why American experts, who are most involved, haven't offered such a solution.

Evidence from Alarm Systems

A key piece of evidence presented is the failure of automatic distress signaling systems (EPIRB for ships, ELT for aircraft) to activate in the cases of disappearances. In 2004, 120 disappearances were recorded without distress calls or wreckage, despite these systems functioning normally in standard accidents. Interviews with pilots and ship captains reveal accounts of inexplicable forces causing compass malfunctions, power loss, unusable radios, strange fogs, sudden darkness, and bizarre luminous phenomena, contributing to the Triangle's sinister reputation.

Statistical Figures and Anomalies

Contrary to popular belief, the number of disappearances is far higher than the commonly cited figures of around twenty planes and fifty ships over a century. Official records show an average of four planes and twenty yachts disappearing annually. Specific periods show significant numbers of disappearances: 37 planes between 1964-1974, 41 between 1974-1984, and 32 between 1984-1994. The article highlights the 1978-1979 period, when 18 planes vanished without distress calls or traces, described by Quazar as if "a gigantic hand had surgically extracted them." Some cases suggest "electronic fogs" or "aberrations of space and time," with pilots entering "closed zones" or "limbos" from which they were ejected or escaped, or encountering UFOs.

Notable Aircraft Disappearances

Several specific cases are detailed:

• Flight 19 (December 5, 1945): Five U.S. Navy Avenger bombers disappeared during a training mission. The leader reported compass issues and disorientation. Despite extensive searches, no trace was found. Notably, another group of five Avengers completed the same mission successfully just minutes earlier, and a PBM Mariner sent to search also vanished.
• Peter Jensen (February 11, 1980): Jensen's Beach Baron 58 reported engine failure and disorientation near Miami, but his distress calls were received by an aircraft far away, not by Miami. Despite being at 150 feet altitude in strange clouds, searches were fruitless, and no ELT signal was received. The aircraft's fuel status was anomalous, suggesting it flew for 11 hours without fuel.
• José Maldonado-Torres (June 28, 1980): His Ercoupe pilot reported being "harassed by a bizarre object" that caused control malfunctions. His plane disappeared from radar, and a minute later, the object reportedly moved away at high speed.
• Piper Discovery (undated): An unidentified aircraft was found submerged and abandoned in the Florida Straits. The pilot's key was missing, doors were locked, and no personal items were inside, leading to speculation of "neutralization" and abduction.
• January 6, 1981: A Beechcraft Bonanza with four people aboard was declared "late" after its fuel was exhausted, with distress calls heard but no official confirmation of its fate.
• March 31, 1984: A charter Cessna 402B lost altitude rapidly and disappeared from radar near Miami, with no distress calls and no wreckage found.
• March 26, 1986: A Piper Chieftain disappeared en route between Miami and West End, with no distress calls or wreckage despite perfect weather and intense maritime traffic.
• May 27, 1987: A Cessna 402C disappeared definitively after passing its destination, as if "dematerialized."
• 1991: A Grumman Cougar jet disappeared while climbing, with its radar echo vanishing without explanation.
• May 4, 1997: A Piper Apache disappeared and was later found submerged near Bimini, appearing to have crashed recently but with unusual circumstances regarding its discovery.
• May 12, 1999: An Aero-Commander 500 exhibited abnormal radar behavior near Nassau, including sudden altitude changes and a complete disappearance before reappearing and then vanishing again.
• September 6, 2002: A Piper Pawnee lost contact and disappeared from radar while en route to Sainte-Croix.

Other Details to Remember

Gian J. Quazar notes that dozens of similar disappearances have occurred in good weather, unlike accidents in bad weather where debris is usually found. He questions the absence of debris. The article also points out that most pilots involved were highly experienced. Key questions remain unanswered: why no distress calls, why did ELTs not activate, why did radar echoes disappear suddenly, and how to explain flights without fuel consumption or radio calls after apparent fuel exhaustion.

II - Disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle (Part 2: Ships)

This section introduces the second part of the investigation, which will focus on ship disappearances. It briefly mentions early researchers of paranormal phenomena, including David Zink, Joseph Goodavage, Morris K. Jessup, and James Raymond Wolfe, highlighting their varied hypotheses, from Atlantean phenomena to extraterrestrial influences and spacetime anomalies.

Morris K. Jessup's mysterious death in 1959, ruled a suicide but suspected to be murder, is recounted. The case of French scientist René Hardy, who was also investigating UFOs and preparing to share a discovery about them, is also mentioned, suggesting he may have been silenced.

The article notes that Vincent Gaddis first coined the term "Bermuda Triangle" but that disappearances occurred in adjacent regions as well.

Return to the Latest "Banalization"

The anonymous informant's 2015 explanation is traced back to a Figaro article, which cited the "Journal of Geophysical Research." However, the article clarifies that the Russian and Norwegian scientists mentioned were referring to methane pockets in the Yamal Peninsula, not the Bermuda Triangle.

"Normal" Causes vs. Paranormal Causes

Unlike aircraft, ship disappearances do not present as many anomalies, except for three main points: the absence of distress calls (morse, radio, or satellite), the non-activation of EPIRB beacons, and the extreme rarity of finding wreckage or debris. The article suggests that cases where debris is found are likely due to conventional causes like engine failure, fire, collision, or severe weather.

According to G. J. Quazar, the number of disappearances can vary significantly depending on how the U.S. Coast Guard classifies them. While official statistics might be manipulated, municipal or district offices may keep lists of "delayed" ships. The article criticizes the Coast Guard's classification system, which categorizes incidents into various factors, thereby reducing the paranormal aspect of certain cases. The phrase "Caused by another factor" is interpreted as "nobody knows how." The article suggests an official directive of "Chut! Silence in the ranks!" regarding these unexplained disappearances.

Captain John Waters of the U.S. Coast Guard is quoted stating that when a ship disappears without distress calls, it signifies an "unexpected and too rapid" event.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the persistent mystery surrounding the Bermuda Triangle, with a strong emphasis on unexplained disappearances that defy conventional scientific explanations. The editorial stance is critical of "debunkers" and rationalist explanations that attempt to dismiss anomalous events. The magazine champions the research of Gian J. Quazar, presenting his findings as thorough, objective, and indicative of genuine paranormal phenomena, including potential UFO involvement and advanced intelligences. The article implicitly argues for the existence of phenomena beyond current scientific understanding, suggesting that reality can indeed surpass fiction in these cases.

This issue of "La Gazette des Mousquetaires de l'Ufo" (n°55, dated May 24, 2018) focuses on unexplained maritime disappearances, particularly those associated with the Bermuda Triangle, and explores the phenomenon of 'post-luminescence' observed in abduction cases.

Unexplained Maritime Disappearances

The magazine presents a detailed account of numerous ship disappearances, drawing heavily from the work of G.J. Quasar's book "Into the Bermuda Triangle." It highlights cases ranging from small yachts and fishing boats to large cargo ships and passenger liners, many of which vanished without distress calls or any trace.

Early Cases

Two significant historical disappearances are noted: the 1854 loss of the passenger ship "City of Glasgow" with 450 people, and the 1880 disappearance of the training ship "HMS Atalanta" with 290 students. These are presented as major tragedies with numerous victims, though the article refrains from definitively labeling them as paranormal.

The Bermuda Triangle and Beyond

Numerous cases from the 20th century are detailed, including:

• The "Home Sweet Home" (1955): A yacht that disappeared with its four occupants shortly after a brief, calm radio call.
• The "Witchcraft" (1967): A yacht that requested a tow due to an underwater impact but vanished before rescue could arrive, despite having safety equipment and modifications to remain visible.
• The "Cyclops" (1918): A collier carrying manganese and 309 people that vanished en route to Baltimore, with speculation of mutiny or piracy due to German crew members.
• Other Cargo Ships: The "E. E. Armstrong" (1923), "Suduffco" (1926), "Anglo Australian" (1938), "Samkay" (1948), "Sandra" (1950), "El Caribe" (1971), "Poet" (1980), "Kurika" (1991), and "Jamanic K." (1995) are all cited as disappearing without clear cause, often during periods when modern communication methods were available but not utilized for distress calls.

Statistical Data

According to G.J. Quasar, the U.S. Coast Guard reported approximately 130 ships as 'overdue,' 'unreported,' or 'unaccounted for' in the year 2000 alone, primarily small fishing and pleasure craft. The article also mentions a list of 27 'delayed' vessels from the U.S. Coast Guard for 1999, ranging from kayaks to yachts.

Anomalies and Other Incidents

Beyond ship disappearances, the magazine touches upon other anomalies:

• Great Isaac Lighthouse (1969): Two lighthouse keepers vanished, leaving the installation deserted with the CB radio still on.
• EPIRB Signal (2002): A distress beacon activated near Bermuda, but no trace of the vessel or its occupants was found, with the beacon continuing to emit.
• Luminous Phenomena: Reports of unexplained lights and flashes on and under the water in the TdB are mentioned, with scientific explanations involving phosphorescent microorganisms being questioned.
• Radar Anomalies and Power Loss: Ships have reportedly disappeared from radar for hours and experienced inexplicable power losses, sometimes leading to grounding (e.g., the "Destiny" in 2002).
• Unidentified Submerged Objects (USOs): Sightings of USOs, described as oblong, non-disc-shaped objects without windows or wings, are reported.

Post-Luminescence in Abduction Cases

The second major section of the magazine, authored by Eve Frances Lorgen, M.A., investigates 'post-luminescence' – a fluorescent effect observed on individuals who have experienced abductions.

Derrel Sims' Research

Derrel Sims, a researcher, observed a faint fluorescence on abductees, particularly when exposed to UV light (blacklight). This phenomenon was found in about five percent of abduction cases he investigated. The author, a biochemist, accompanied Sims to witness this fluorescence firsthand.

Case Study and Observations

In one case, a bluish-white fluorescence was observed on the hands and fingers of an abductee. Attempts to remove it with rubbing or alcohol initially seemed to work, but the fluorescence returned to its original intensity and color, indicating it was subcutaneous and not easily removed.

Potential Explanations

Several hypotheses are explored:

• Environmental Contamination: The fluorescence could originate from common household substances, detergents, or even pet urine, which can fluoresce under UV light. Simple items like paper labels can also transfer fluorescent material to the skin.
• Alien Marking: The irregular splashes and unique inscriptions (like crescents or triangles) observed suggest a deliberate application of fluorescent material by extraterrestrial entities, possibly as a form of identification or marking, similar to how cattle mutilations are sometimes pre-marked.
• Natural Fluorescence: The article discusses bioluminescence in organisms and chemiluminescence, suggesting that the observed fluorescence might be a natural, albeit unusual, biological process or a residue from alien technology.

Characteristics of the Fluorescence

The observed fluorescence varied in color (greenish-yellow, reddish-pink, white, blue, orange, lavender) and location (arms, shoulders, ears, breasts, legs, hands, chin, torso, mouth, vagina, back, feet, biceps, tongue). It was often described as irregular splashes or specific shapes and markings. The duration of the fluorescence ranged from one hour to 14 days.

Conclusion on Fluorescence

The author concludes that the fluorescent marks are likely a type of organic fluorescent material used by 'abductors,' capable of spreading subcutaneously. It could be a laboratory technique for marking or a natural fluorescent residue transmitted from an alien source. Further qualitative analysis would be needed for a definitive understanding.

Conclusions and References

General Conclusions

The magazine expresses respect for the extensive research conducted by G.J. Quasar, acknowledging that something anomalous is occurring in the Bermuda Triangle region. It leaves the interpretation to the reader, referencing historical reports of unusual aerial and maritime phenomena dating back to 1860, including those documented by Charles Fort.

Bibliographic References

The issue provides a bibliography of sources, including books on maritime history, mysteries of the sea, UFO phenomena, and specific works by G.J. Quasar, Charles Fort, and others. It also lists online sources for further reading on abduction fluorescence.

Obituaries

Two obituaries are included: one for Jean-Charles Duboc, a former airline pilot who reported an UFO sighting in 1994, and another for Francine Fouéré, a pioneer of French ufology who passed away in May 2018 at the age of 92. Fouéré was involved in the founding of GEPA in 1962, an association dedicated to the scientific study of UFOs.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are unexplained disappearances at sea, particularly in the Bermuda Triangle, and the investigation of anomalous phenomena related to alleged alien abductions, specifically the 'post-luminescence' effect. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these phenomena, presenting research and witness testimony while acknowledging the need for scientific rigor and cautioning against premature conclusions. The magazine encourages readers to form their own opinions based on the presented evidence, highlighting the persistent mystery surrounding these events and the challenges in gaining broader scientific acceptance.

Title: La Gazette des Mousquetaires de l'Ufo
Issue: n°55
Date: 24/05/2018
Publisher: Association SCEAU/Archives OVNI

This issue of "La Gazette des Mousquetaires de l'Ufo" is dedicated to reflecting on the history of ufology in France, with a particular focus on the contributions of Francine and René Fouéré, and the organization GEPA (Groupement d'Études des Phénomènes Aériens).

GEPA's Leadership and Publications

The issue highlights that in 1970, following the death of the historical president of GEPA, General d'Armée Aérienne Lionel-Max Chassin, Francine and René Fouéré took over the association. They were responsible for its development and the publication of its official organ, "Phénomènes Spatiaux," which ran for 51 issues plus 2 special editions. Prior to this, the "Bulletin du GEPA" was published, with 8 issues in total.

Public Meetings and Early Ufology in Paris

From the late 1960s until the early 1980s, GEPA organized regular public meetings at the Musée Social, located at 5 rue Las Cases in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. These gatherings served as a focal point for numerous individuals passionate about the study of UFOs. The author of the main article mentions attending these meetings from as early as 1971 or 1972, being chaperoned by François Couten and Henri Chaloupek.

Personal Anecdotes and Tributes

The author recounts a school project in 1971 where he and a classmate interviewed Francine and René Fouéré. Although the recording of this interview is lost, the author remembers visiting the GEPA's apartment, which also served as its headquarters, and its archives. A recurring memory of Francine Fouéré is her consistent recognition of the author, recalling his attendance at meetings with a "black jacket and cowboy boots."

A recent visit to Francine at Hôpital Bellan, accompanied by Gilles Thomas, is described. Despite her frail condition, it is believed she recognized them, though the author acknowledges this might be influenced by their strong wish for it to be true. The article emphasizes that she held their hands firmly, thanking them for visiting.

The issue includes a heartfelt tribute to Francine Fouéré, thanking her for her contributions to ufology and stating that her legacy will never be forgotten.

Reflections on the Passing of Francine Fouéré

Another contributor, Guy Loterre, reflects on the impact of René Fouéré's earlier departure and now Francine's passing. He states that Francine's definitive departure "buried" for him and other "soucoupistes" (UFO enthusiasts) the serious and scientific study of the phenomenon as it was initially treated. He notes that younger researchers have lost their "Grandparents" and those of his generation have lost their "Parents" in the field.

Tributes from Colleagues

Guy Coat also offers a tribute, expressing his deep respect and fond memories of Madame and Monsieur Fouéré. He states that his "Ufological youth" is tied to their memory and friendship, expressing gratitude for their presence and the hope and discovery of an extraterrestrial universe they represented.

Visual Elements

The issue includes logos for "La Gazette de l'Ufo" and "Les Mousquetaires de l'Ufologie," along with a mention of "Gwion Coat ar Roc'h" and "Diffusion 2018."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the historical preservation of ufological research, the acknowledgment of key figures in the field, and the sense of community and shared legacy among ufologists. The editorial stance is one of deep respect and gratitude towards the pioneers of French ufology, particularly Francine and René Fouéré, while also acknowledging the emotional impact of their passing on the community. There is a clear emphasis on the importance of serious and scientific investigation into UFO phenomena, as exemplified by the work of GEPA and its leaders.