LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT

Magazine Overview

Title: LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT
Issue: N° 2, 14e Année
Date: Mai 1971
Publisher: R. VEILLITH
Price: 2 F.

This issue of "Lumières dans la Nuit" is dedicated to the passionate search for truth about unexplained phenomena, offering "lights in the current night of humanity." It highlights the importance of ongoing investigations and encourages readers to contribute their findings.

Main Articles and Features

Etude de cent atterrissages ibériques (Study of One Hundred Iberian Landings)

This extensive report, prepared by Vicente-Juan Ballester Olmos, details 100 UFO landing cases from Spain and Portugal, with contributions from Jacques Vallee and translated by Catherine Clot. The article presents numerous specific incidents, often with dates, locations, witness testimonies, and sometimes physical evidence.

• Key cases detailed include:
• 1925, La Mancha, Spain: A man encountered a 1.20m tall being in a greenish uniform.
• July 25, 1938, Guadalajara, Spain: A soldier and assistant observed an 11m diameter lens-shaped object hovering 2m above the ground, with two silhouettes emerging.
• March 22, 1950, Villarta de San Juan, Spain: Two businessmen saw a cloud-like object emitting a bright light.
• April 12, 1950, Rues - Tarragona, Spain: Two brothers witnessed a disk-shaped object emitting strange luminosity that disappeared at high speed.
• April 14, 1950, Camarasa, Spain: An object was observed entering and disappearing under the water of a lake.
• August 1952, Aytona, Spain: A spherical object, about 1.50m in diameter, emitting green and blue light, was seen on the ground.
• July 1, 1953, Villares del Saz, Spain: A 14-year-old boy reported seeing a metallic, jug-shaped object from which three dwarfs emerged.
• September 1953, Santona, Spain: An object of brilliant blue color was seen rising vertically from the sea.
• October 17, 1954, Alvito, Portugal: An object was seen rising vertically from the ground at high speed.
• November 1, 1954, Ordenes, Spain: A spherical object, about 6m in diameter, appeared at ground level and rose, causing radio interference.
• December 3, 1954, Azuaga, Spain: Twelve workers saw a square object, 10m on each side, land and take off rapidly.
• December 6, 1954, Irun, Spain: A round, luminous object, about 3m long, landed, leaving pressure marks and footprints.
• December 8, 1954, Zuera, Spain: A luminous object, 20m in diameter and 4m high, landed, and two unknown beings emerged.
• December 19, 1954, Cartaya, Spain: A circular object was seen on the ground, then rose rapidly.
• January 5, 1955, Oyarzun, Spain: A red, metallic globe, about 2.5m in diameter, landed and then departed.
• June 1955, Muros, Spain: A sailor reported seeing a dwarf-like creature resembling a gorilla.
• August 28, 1957, Nazare, Portugal: A dark object surrounded by greenish light was observed hovering low over the sea, leaving traces on the sand.
• April 30, 1958, El Padul, Spain: A bright, 10m diameter vessel landed on a hillside and then ascended rapidly.
• August 1958, Pico Mulhacen, Spain: Three witnesses observed a rocket-shaped object, about 8m high, resting on three legs, which then ascended and disappeared.
• July 14, 1959, Sues, Spain: A spherical object with luminosity was seen, which then moved rapidly and illuminated the countryside.

La Fusée Appellée « Tibère » (The Rocket Called "Tibère")

This section discusses the widely reported "Tibère" event of February 23, 1971, which caused a stir in France and was also observed in Spain and Italy. The author notes that while many documents were received, it's too early for a full synthesis. The article criticizes the lack of official explanation from ONERA (National Office of Aeronautical Studies and Research), highlighting the public's need for transparency and the missed opportunity for extensive photographic documentation. It also questions why official bodies were not alerted to such an event. The section includes detailed commentary and drawings by a 15-year-old boy, Henry Escurat, describing the phenomenon's phases, including a descending light, a luminous cone, and a rapid departure with a white explosion and a white trail.

Rapport d'enquête N° 1 - Suisse (Investigation Report No. 1 - Switzerland)

This report details an investigation into a UFO sighting in Verbier, Switzerland, on February 12, 1971. Investigators Plinio Crivelli and Marcel Simon interviewed two witnesses, M. Paul-Bernard Mugnier and M. Paul Taramarcaz. Both witnesses described a luminous object, appearing ovoïde and changing colors rapidly. Mugnier estimated its altitude at 4,000m, while Taramarcaz observed it with the naked eye. The object moved erratically, stopping and starting, and disappeared behind the mountains. The report includes technical conclusions, estimating the object's angle and azimuth, and notes that military personnel were reportedly investigating the area.

Enquête à Fortirange (Hérault) (Investigation at Fortirange (Hérault))

This report, by M. A.R. Legay, details an incident from late October 1969 where a young man, Thierry, searching for lost scissors, encountered a soft, non-illuminating light. He described an object resembling a shell, about 2m long and 50-70cm high, moving slowly and rectilinearly, with colors varying from light blue to dark green. The object's passage caused the surrounding vegetation to detach its silhouette. The witness experienced fear and a growing anxiety.

Chronique de l'insolite (Chronicle of the Unusual)

• This section presents several brief reports:
• Boulogne-sur-Mer (Pas-de-Calais): In August or September 1962, a disk-shaped object, appearing aluminum-grey and thinner at the edges, was observed hovering and then accelerating rapidly.
• Troo (Loir-et-Cher): On August 23, 1970, a luminous object was observed making a trajectory resembling a question mark.
• Bascon (Landes): On January 6, 1971, a red ball followed by red sparks was seen moving from east to west, with a slightly ascending trajectory.
• Thollet (Vienne): On November 26, 1970, and December 6, 1970, a scintillating, light green "star" was observed in the same location, following a similar trajectory.
• Saint-Etienne (Loire): On August 21, 1970, an object described as a tricolored egg (blue, white, orange) with a luminous white trail was seen, which suddenly turned and disappeared.
• Canada (Ontario): In Murray-Hills, four bright, moving points of light were observed, described as like something sparkling on a TV screen, moving from right to left.
• Lourdes (Hautes-Pyrénées): In August 1958, a luminous ball, about the size of the moon, was seen moving slowly around a mountain peak for about an hour.
• Collinee (Cotes-du-Nord): Around 1960, a sphere appeared and then split into two equal parts connected by a beam, resembling an altar, emitting a blinding light.
• Riom (Puy-de-Dôme): On January 26, 1971, two parallel rows of three aligned points and a seventh point moving erratically were observed. On February 13, 1971, two orange points moved rapidly, and on November 14, 1971, two points appeared and moved erratically. On November 15, 1971, an orange point moved across the sky, and two luminous points were observed.

Le Dossier des M.O.C. en Bandes Dessinées (The UFO Dossier in Comic Strips)

This section highlights the comic strip "Mystérieux objets célestes" published in the magazine "Pilote," created by Jacques Lob and illustrated by Robert Gigi. The article praises the creators' meticulous research, use of multiple sources, and attention to detail, including the construction of models to ensure visual accuracy. It notes that the comic covers classic UFO cases and is well-received by young readers, suggesting a growing interest in the subject.

Service France-Espagne: Incidents à l'Hacienda de Torrequemada

This report details several UFO sightings near an hacienda in Bollullos de la Mitacion, Spain, investigated by M. Osuna. Multiple witnesses reported seeing luminous objects, including red and green lights, and a larger object described as a "Seat-600" (Fiat-600) in size, hovering and emitting a whistling sound. One witness, Antonio Martin, reported seeing lights and later, with another witness, observed a green light illuminating olive trees. Another witness, M. Antonio Cisneros-Palacios, reported being followed by a classic UFO. The report also notes the presence of a powerful radio transmitter at the hacienda, suggesting a potential link to electromagnetic phenomena.

Chronique de l'insolite (Chronicle of the Unusual) - Continued

• Vichel (Puy-de-Dôme): In March or April 1960, a family observed an immobile, disk-shaped object resembling a Russian flying wing, emitting a strident noise, which then departed rapidly.
• Fougères (Ile-et-Vilaine): In May 1962, a perfectly round, uniformly bright object was observed hovering motionless for a short period before disappearing suddenly.
• Rio de Janeiro (Brazil): On November 25, 1970, hospital visitors reported seeing a flying saucer, and another strange object was sighted by hundreds of people.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently emphasizes the importance of eyewitness testimony and rigorous investigation into UFO phenomena. It highlights the global nature of sightings, with reports from Spain, Portugal, France, Switzerland, Canada, and Brazil. The editorial stance is one of open-mindedness and a commitment to uncovering the truth, encouraging reader participation and acknowledging the growing public interest in "Mysterious Celestial Objects." The publication aims to provide a platform for sharing and analyzing these events, often questioning official explanations and advocating for greater transparency. The recurring theme is the persistent mystery of UFOs and the ongoing human quest to understand them.