Gazette des Mousquetaires - No 68 - les photos d adamski1

Magazine Overview

Title: La Gazette des Mousquetaires De l'Ufo
Issue: Numéro 68
Date: March 28, 2019
Publisher: Ovni Paris
Theme: UFOs, Adamski Case, Photo Enhancement

Part 1: New Developments and Historical Context

"Ça vient de sortir" - Book Review: "Les OVNIS en France À LA FIN DES ANNÉES 1970: une brève étude historique" by Pierre Laird

This section introduces a book by Pierre Laird, focusing on the socio-cultural aspects of ufology in France during the late 1970s. The book aims to provide a panorama of the French UFO scene during that period, highlighting trends through various sources. It mentions the existence of numerous "Ufo-Latres" movements, biographical details on Jacques Bergier, a synthesis of the "abduction" case of Franck Fontaine on November 26, 1979, and the story of Rael. Pierre Laird, a former French Army officer, has written two Master's theses on UFOs in contemporary history.

"Adamski – Preuves et Contre-Enquête" - New Insights on the Adamski Case

This part of the magazine delves into recent developments concerning the George Adamski case, specifically focusing on photographs found online. René Erik Olsen, a professional photographer and ufologist, has enhanced these images, improving their clarity and revealing details that lend more credibility to Adamski's testimony. Olsen obtained permission to publish these digitally improved images, which even show the being Adamski claimed to have met on November 20, 1952, in Desert Center. The article is presented as a dossier to be shared within the ufological community, with René Erik Olsen identified as a painter, photographer, and ufologist.

Part 2: Detailed Analysis of Adamski's Photos

The November 20, 1952 Contact at Desert Center, California, USA

This section presents three images taken by George Adamski: the first through his telescope, and the subsequent two with a Kodak Brownie camera. These were taken before the actual contact. An update provides an enhanced photo of the craft moving away after it had landed in a ravine. Adamski used his camera, attached to his reflector telescope, to capture this image. The article notes that this photo was shown in a newspaper shortly after the desert events. The enhancements reveal an artisanal structure with three "balls" underneath. Further enhancements are shown for the second Brownie Kodak photo, with "Image 1" being the original frame showing a craft above a hill, and "Image 2" being an improved version of a part of the frame revealing the visible vessel.

Further Image Enhancements and Encounter Details

"Image 3" shows the completed enhancement of the sky, landscape, and vessel, while "Image 4" is an enlarged version of "Image 3". The source is attributed to René Erik Olsen. The fourth Brownie image, enhanced and enlarged, is presented as being taken just before the visitor signaled Adamski. Two figures are discernible in the enlargement, one of whom approaches Adamski. A footnote (*) details an encounter on February 18, 1953, in Los Angeles, where Adamski was approached by two men, identified as "the Martian" Firkon and "the Saturnian" Ramu. They took him to a landed spacecraft where Orthon was performing a welding repair. Adamski recovered some melted metal. Firkon explains that he is from Saturn and that the younger one (presumably Orthon) is from Mars. Their perfect English and knowledge of Earth customs are noted.

The Visitors' Perspective and Mission

Firkon explains that they are "contact people" who live and work on Earth, blending in to earn money for necessities. He describes how they abruptly left the smooth road for a rough, narrow, and winding one, announcing a surprise. The narrative then shifts to Adamski's perspective as they approach a brightly shining object on the ground, estimated to be 4.50 to 6 meters high, resembling the "saucer" or "vedette" from a previous encounter. Adamski recognizes Orthon, the man of Venus, who was wearing a light brown ski-type suit with orange stripes. Orthon mentions that a part of the vessel broke while they were descending and he repaired it. Adamski collects some material from a crucible Orthon empties onto the sand.

Part 3: Discussion and Future Publications

Source of Images and Historical Context

The timing of the encounter is noted as perfect, with Orthon finishing repairs as they arrived. The source of the images is cited as "A l'intérieur des Vaisseaux de l'Espace" by Michel Moutet (1979), with further attribution to Internet and René Erik Olsen. Georges Metz is credited with reviewing and formatting the document. Comments from readers Pierig and Vincent Leroux express amazement at the image enhancement technology, questioning its origins and suggesting it might be "extraterrestrial technology" or a highly skilled reinterpretation.

Further Research and Related Cases

Jean Pierre Troadec thanks Georges Metz for the document, noting its value for preservation and its role in re-contextualizing the Adamski case, balancing reductionist views with those that support the reality of the case. He mentions the diffusion of Adamski's writings in the 1980s by Michel Moutet and the historical role of "La Revue des Soucoupes Volantes" and "Le Courrier Interplanétaire" edited by Alfred Nahon. The issue also touches upon the case of Pierre Monnet in Orange (1951), which shares similarities with Adamski's account, and a similar case 30 years later near Orange, suggesting a potential connection.

Upcoming Book and Photo Collaboration

Michel Zirger announces his upcoming book, "L'affaire Adamski, Preuves et contre-enquête," to be released on April 8, 2019. The book, with 202 pages and over 70 photos (22 in color), was a collaboration with René Erik Olsen, who worked on enhancing many of the photos, including those taken at Desert Center on November 20, 1952, by Adamski or the Williamsons. The photos have been colorized. Georges Metz confirms that René Olsen worked on the Adamski photographs, addressing questions about their authenticity and the technology used for enhancement, noting that such advanced digital manipulation was not available in 1952. He recommends the book.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue strongly supports the authenticity of the George Adamski case, emphasizing the role of enhanced photography in validating his claims. The magazine presents a narrative that leans towards the reality of extraterrestrial contact, highlighting the efforts of researchers like René Erik Olsen and Michel Moutet. There is a clear interest in historical ufology, particularly in France, and in the technical aspects of image analysis. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO phenomena, with a particular focus on historical cases and the evidence presented by contactees.