Svensk IGAP journal

Magazine Overview

Title: Svensk IGAP journal
Issue: Nr 8, Årg. 2
Date: August 1970
Publisher: IGAP Sverige
Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of Svensk IGAP journal, the official organ for IGAP in Sweden, delves into various aspects of UFO phenomena, space exploration, and potential government secrecy. It features an editorial, an open letter to Tage Eriksson of FOA, articles on ancient maps, scientific observations, UFO news, and discussions on spacecraft technology and the broader implications of potential extraterrestrial contact.

Editorial: Redaktionellt

The editorial highlights the prevalence of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) globally, citing statistics and public awareness. It criticizes the official downplaying of the phenomenon by authorities and mass media, attributing this to the negative influence of projects like the Condon Report in the US, which led to the closure of Project Blue Book. The editorial suggests a connection between the US approach and Sweden's Försvarets Forskningsanstalt (FOA), noting past contacts between FOA and the Condon project coordinator. It points out that FOA's public statements often dismiss UFOs as misidentifications, while acknowledging that a percentage of reports remain unexplained. The editorial asserts that the public has a right to accurate information and that IGAP aims to provide this, free from mysticism and occultism, based on common sense and verifiable facts.

Open Letter to Tage Eriksson, FOA

This section is a direct address to Tage Eriksson, Laboratory Manager at FOA, Department 2, who is responsible for handling UFO reports in Sweden. The letter criticizes FOA's limited involvement in UFO investigations, describing it as a few hours a day spent on correspondence. It questions the validity of FOA's categorical statements about UFOs, given the apparent inefficiency of their work. The authors provide examples of UFO sightings in Sweden that they believe FOA must have been aware of but did not address in their public statements, such as incidents in Dala-Järna, Arjeplog, Nyköping, Tumba, Falkenberg, and Hällesåker. They challenge FOA's claim that most reports are easily explained as satellites or meteors, arguing that important cases involving solid objects observed at low altitudes by credible witnesses are being ignored. The letter implies that FOA's approach is not driven by a genuine desire to solve the UFO mystery but rather by a policy of dismissal, possibly influenced by external factors like the CIA's recommendations to reduce public interest in UFOs.

The Mysterious Maps: De Mystiska Kartorna

Authored by George Ketman, this article discusses the Piri Reis maps, ancient charts from 1513 and 1528 housed in the Topkapu Palace Museum in Istanbul. The maps are presented as evidence of advanced cartographical knowledge thousands of years before their time, accurately depicting the coastlines of the Americas and Antarctica. The article highlights the work of Arlington H. Mallery, who, with the help of the US Hydrographic Office, deciphered a coding system within the maps. These maps allegedly show geographical features, such as mountain ranges in Antarctica, that were not discovered until centuries later, and even islands in the Mediterranean that are now submerged. The author suggests that the knowledge used to create these maps predates the last Ice Age, raising questions about the origins of this advanced understanding and hinting at the possibility of ancient aerial or spacefaring civilizations.

Science: Vetenskap

This section includes a brief report on the vastness of the universe, based on observations from an American observatory. The data suggests the universe is at least twice as large as previously assumed, with distant galaxies emitting ultraviolet light far more intensely than expected, indicating they are much farther away than initially calculated. Another brief report discusses mysterious irregularities on the surface of Mercury, observed by scientists at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

UFO News: UFO-Nyheter

This section presents several brief UFO sighting reports:

• A "Pearl in the Sky": A photograph taken by engineer Carl Göte Axheim while attempting to photograph Mercury's transit across the sun shows a mysterious luminous object. The object's erratic movement, unlike that of a meteor or satellite, is noted.
• Humanoids Visit Hospital: A nurse in Canada reports seeing a bright, circular object with a glass dome and two humanoid figures hovering near a hospital.
• Thor Heyerdahl Sees a Saucer: Thor Heyerdahl and the crew of his Ra 2 expedition, along with thousands of islanders, reported seeing a UFO.
• Scary UFO: A photographer in Sweden describes observing a metallic, disc-shaped object with a red glow that later changed color and ascended rapidly. The object made no sound and had no visible wings.

"Little Green Men on the Moon": "Små Gröna Män På Månen"

Authored by Major H. C. Petersen, this article critiques the sensationalist stories about UFOs, such as abductions and violent encounters, often associated with "little green men." The author suggests these narratives emerged after George Adamski's books became popular and are likely spread by a "silencing group" to discredit genuine UFO research. The article also touches upon the NASA moon program, suggesting that official reports of a barren moon are misleading and that evidence of lunar bases, vehicles, and spacecraft may have been deliberately downplayed or misinterpreted.

Spaceships and Gravitation: Rymdskepp och Gravitation

This article, attributed to George Adamski, explains the theoretical principles behind flying saucers and their propulsion systems. It discusses how ion rockets could achieve high speeds in space and how UFOs might generate their own pro-gravitational fields to travel faster than light. The author describes the visual effects of UFOs, such as glowing and apparent disappearance, attributing them to the interaction of the ship's field with space particles and atmospheric conditions. The article also touches upon the concept of "primary drift" and the use of electrostatic systems for control and landing, comparing them to terrestrial technologies like rockets and submarines. It emphasizes the importance of understanding cosmic currents and magnetic fields for space travel and suggests that advanced civilizations possess this knowledge.

Peace: Fredsbön

This section includes a message from U Thant, then Secretary-General of the UN, wishing for peace, understanding, and justice. He calls for an end to hatred and discrimination, for the wealthy to share their resources, and for nations to work together for global well-being. He also expresses hope for peace in Indochina and the Middle East, and for the inclusion of the People's Republic of China in the UN.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the belief in extraterrestrial visitation and the perceived cover-up by authorities. The journal strongly advocates for transparency and accurate information regarding UFO phenomena, challenging official explanations and highlighting unexplained cases. There is a consistent criticism of what the authors term the "silencing group" or "tystnadsgruppen," which they believe is actively working to suppress the truth about UFOs and alien contact. The editorial stance is one of skepticism towards official narratives and a firm belief in the reality of UFOs and the potential for contact with advanced extraterrestrial civilizations. The journal also explores related topics such as ancient mysteries, space exploration, and the philosophical implications of humanity's place in the universe, suggesting that UFOs are not merely isolated incidents but part of a larger cosmic interaction.