La ligne bleue survolee - No 01 - 1979

Magazine Overview

This document is the first bulletin, titled "LA LIGNE BLEUE SURVOLEE", from the "Cercle Vosgien Lumières Dans La Nuit" (Vosgian Circle Lights in the Night), published in 1979. The cover features a stylized map of France filled with the word "OVNI" (UFO in French), suggesting a focus on UFO sightings within the country, particularly in the Vosges region.

Table of Contents

The table of contents on page 3 outlines the issue's content:

• Le mot du président (The President's Word)
• De nouveaux chasseurs d'OVNI (New UFO Hunters)
• "Lumières dans la nuit" ("Lights in the Night")
• Le Cercle Vosgien Lumières dans la Nuit (The Vosgian Circle Lights in the Night)
• Statuts (Statutes)
• Attributions des membres du bureau (Attributions of the Bureau Members)
• Nos activités en bref (Our Activities in Brief)
• L'activité n° I: Les enquêtes (Activity No. I: Investigations)
• Répartition des secteurs d'enquêtes (Distribution of Investigation Sectors)
• Conférence de J.C. Bourret (Conference by J.C. Bourret)
• Panorama ufologique (Ufological Panorama)
• Bibliographie (Bibliography)

The President's Word

François Diolez, the President, opens the bulletin by announcing the creation of the Cercle Vosgien "Lumières dans la Nuit". He notes the group's rapid growth with new members and expresses the desire to expand its reach into areas where the circle is not yet known. He emphasizes the importance of active members and encourages readers to recruit others and provide support through donations. Diolez states that members can express themselves verbally in meetings or through the bulletin, which he considers an essential organ for sharing activities, opinions, and information. He explains that this first issue will cover the circle's identity, statutes, main activities, and responsible individuals to ensure everyone is informed. He also mentions plans to add future sections like investigation reports, activity summaries, and interesting cases observed worldwide.

Diolez concludes by thanking the founding members, particularly René Faudrin, for his initiative in establishing the Cercle Vosgien "Lumières Dans La Nuit".

New UFO Hunters

This section, written by René Faudrin, details his personal journey into ufology and the formation of the local UFO investigation group. Faudrin, a military air traffic controller, was transferred to Contrexéville in the Vosges region in August 1976. Initially, he was not enthusiastic about the region but soon began seeking out other UFO enthusiasts. He connected with Roger Thomé, who had co-founded the "Groupe 5255" for the Haute Marne and Meuse regions in 1977. Faudrin learned about "Lumières Dans La Nuit" (LDLN) and its regional delegate for the Vosges, Jean Pierre Schirch. After attending a conference by Schirch in April 1977, Faudrin decided to pursue investigations independently.

He discovered that the Vosges region had numerous UFO sightings. He initiated investigations, starting with an observation from March 14, 1978, and conducted several others in the Saintois area. To manage the workload and ensure observations were not lost, he sought other volunteers, including Didier Jacquelin. This led to the idea of creating a group. In May, at a meeting of ufological research groups in Nancy, Faudrin met Eric Bitterly and intervened with Monsieur Veillith, the president of LDLN, to have Bitterly become an investigator. Faudrin then decided to form a group in the Vosges, emphasizing the need for a stable structure that wouldn't collapse at the first obstacle.

Faudrin recounts his efforts to establish the group, including transmitting his investigation report to LDLN and receiving positive feedback from Monsieur Veillith and Jean Pierre Schirch. He initially proposed the name "Cercle Lumières Dans La Nuit Vosgien" before it was finalized as "Cercle Vosgien Lumières Dans La Nuit". The group's formation involved several meetings, with the first official gathering on November 25th in Epinal. The Maison des Jeunes in Thaon les Vosges and the commune of Chavelot offered their premises for meetings. The group was deemed viable from its inception.

Faudrin explains his motivation for stepping back from a primary leadership role. As a military member subject to relocation and responsible for another group in Vaucluse (GREPO), he desired an established team to manage the Cercle from the outset. This would prevent issues related to succession and allow him more freedom for personal research and career advancement. He expresses confidence in the current team's ability to contribute significantly to understanding the UFO phenomenon.

He concludes by reflecting on his unexpected role in creating a research group in the Vosges, a region he initially had no intention of exploring. He states that the UFO phenomenon has allowed him to better appreciate the region and discover its reality, stripping away myths and collaborating with others dedicated to understanding it. He wishes the "C.V.LDLN" a long journey.

Lumières Dans La Nuit (LDLN) Overview

This section details the history and scope of the "Lumières Dans La Nuit" (LDLN) organization. Founded in 1957 by Monsieur Raymond Veillith, a passionate astronomer and researcher of vital questions concerning the human being, LDLN began as a small, mimeographed bulletin. It quickly evolved into a printed publication and is now described as a high-quality review, considered the most important of its kind in France. LDLN expanded from a small group to a significant presence across France and internationally, becoming an international UFO research group. Since 1966, Veillith has been assisted by Fernand Lagarde, a retired railway worker passionate about marginal research.

LDLN has structured itself with regional delegations, grown its readership and investigators, and in 1974, published "Mystérieuses Soucoupes Volantes" (Mysterious Flying Saucers), a book documenting field research by a team. The book was published by Editions Albatros. The text encourages readers to subscribe to "Lumières Dans La Nuit" for 57 Francs per year (10 issues) and to promote the Cercle Vosgien "Lumières Dans La Nuit".

Statutes and Organization

Page 9 outlines the "Cercle Vosgien 'Lumières Dans La Nuit'" statutes and organizational structure:

• Headquarters: 1, rue des Cèdres Bleus, CHAVELOT, 88150 THAON-LES-VOSGES.
• Membership Conditions:
• Active Member: 50.00 F
• Student Active Member: 25.00 F
• Honorary Member: starting from 20.00 F
• Prospective members are asked to request an application form and return it with payment.
• Composition of the Steering Committee:
• President: François DIOLEZ
• Vice-President: René FAUDRIN
• Secretary: Gérard WEILL
• Assistant Secretary: Christian CHEVALIER
• Treasurer: René BOBAN
• Assistant Treasurer: Jacques NICOT
• Responsibilities for Activities:
• Investigations: Christian CHEVALIER
• Bulletins: François DIOLEZ
• Catalog of Observations: Eric BITTERLY
• Inter-Group Liaison: René FAUDRIN
• Press Liaison: Gérard WEILL

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this bulletin is the establishment and activities of a local UFO research group, the Cercle Vosgien "Lumières Dans La Nuit". The editorial stance is one of serious, methodical investigation into UFO phenomena, aiming to separate fact from myth and inform the public. There is a strong emphasis on collaboration, community building among enthusiasts, and rigorous documentation of sightings and investigations. The bulletin also serves to promote the larger "Lumières Dans La Nuit" organization and its publications, positioning itself as a French hub for ufological research.

This document contains the statutes of the Cercle Vosgien "Lumières dans la Nuit" (CVLDLN), a French association dedicated to the study of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP), commonly known as UFOs. The statutes were established on January 20, 1979, and are governed by French law.

Association's Purpose and Scope The CVLDLN aims to bring together individuals with a shared interest in UAP research, focusing primarily on phenomena observed within the Vosges department of France. Its activities are centered in this region, but it also collaborates with other ufological research associations across France, Europe, and neighboring countries.

Activities The association's activities are multifaceted: 1. Case Research: Collecting UAP observations through various known means, conducting on-site investigations, and interviewing witnesses and official services. 2. Phenomenon Study: Analyzing collected cases in working meetings and studying any significant phenomena occurring outside the Vosges department. 3. Public Information: Disseminating information to the public via authorized channels such as the press, radio, television, public meetings, and conferences. 4. Technical Research: Engaging in related technical research.

Membership Membership is open to anyone interested in UAP or ufological research, regardless of age, class, or race. Individuals must be at least 16 years old to become members or investigators. The executive board reviews cases concerning minors under 18 and new members.

Governance and Administration The CVLDLN is managed by a Bureau Directeur (Executive Board) elected annually for a one-year term. The Bureau consists of a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Treasurer, and Assistant Treasurer. These officers are responsible for the association's administration and coordination of activities. The Bureau's decisions are made by majority vote.

Financials Membership requires an annual cotisation (fee). The rates for the current year are 50.00 F for active members, 25.00 F for student active members, and a minimum of 20.00 F for supporting members. These fees are subject to review and potential revision by a general assembly. The collected funds are used to cover the association's expenses, including stationery, office supplies, postage, and research equipment.

The treasury is managed by the Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer. Funds can also be supplemented by subsidies, donations, and proceeds from public information events. The treasury is held in a bank account and a cash fund, with access restricted to the President, Treasurer, and Assistant Treasurer. Monthly financial reports are prepared by the Treasurer or Assistant Treasurer, and an annual report is presented to the general assembly for approval.

Dissolution The association can be dissolved by a decision of the Bureau Directeur, requiring a three-quarters majority vote of active members. In case of dissolution, any remaining treasury funds will be transferred to the Groupement International de Recherche Ufologique "LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT".

Meetings and General Assemblies An annual general assembly is held at the end of each year to review the financial and administrative reports, elect the Bureau Directeur, and define the year's projects. The Bureau Directeur holds ten meetings annually, and members can also organize working meetings as needed. Extraordinary meetings can also be convened.

Headquarters The association's registered office is located at 1, rue des Cèdres Bleus, Chavelot 88150 Thaon-les-Vosges. The location of the headquarters can be changed by a decision of the Bureau Directeur.

Statute Revisions The statutes can be revised or modified, in whole or in part, by the Bureau Directeur during a general assembly, with an absolute majority vote of the registered members, to reflect any changes or developments within the CVLDLN.

Roles and Responsibilities of Bureau Members - President: Coordinates group activities, defines strategic directions with the Bureau, represents the circle to regional committees and local authorities, and oversees activity development. - Vice-President: Assists the President and replaces him in his absence, presiding over meetings and making decisions on internal operations and activities. - Secretary: Manages administrative tasks, handles information transmission, drafts reports and internal notes, and manages their dispatch. Also initiates necessary investments for the secretariat's functioning. - Assistant Secretary: Assists the Secretary. - Treasurer: Responsible for accounting, manages group expenses, proposes necessary investments for equipment, subscriptions, etc., to the Bureau Directeur. - Assistant Treasurer: Assists the Treasurer.

Note: Bureau members can be assisted by active members when necessary. Members are encouraged to contact each other and inform the Bureau Directeur of any prolonged inability to fulfill their duties.

Activities in Brief The document also outlines the group's approach to its activities: - Developing Knowledge: Encouraging members to meet, discuss cases, and deepen their understanding of UAP. - Information Gathering: Being the first to know about events, investigating, analyzing, and disseminating information to the public to prevent confusion. - Public Awareness: Informing the public about UAP to foster interest and encourage the reporting of hidden observations. - Historical Research: Compiling past observations to identify potential links between seemingly isolated cases. - Collaboration: Integrating with other ufological groups, sharing findings, and staying informed about their activities. A designated person is responsible for external relations. - Observation: Conducting sky observations, potentially leading to discoveries like photographs. - Detection Equipment: Utilizing known detection methods such as radars and detectors, with competent members available to operate them.

The group aims to advance UAP research in the Vosges region through collective effort and participation.

Investigations (L'ACTIVITÉ N° I "LES ENQUÊTES") Investigations are a principal activity, requiring a serious approach. "Investigators" will be issued an official investigator's card. Christian CHEVALIER coordinates the investigation sector, receiving information from various sources and assigning cases to investigators. The department is divided into zones for practical communication, with a map and list of investigators provided. The group plans to define investigation techniques and potentially create a standardized reporting form. Eric BITTERLY is compiling a catalog of observed cases, which will be shared with the Groupement International de Recherche Ufologique (L.D.L.N.).

Conference Report: J.C. BOURRET A report details a conference given by J.C. BOURRET, an author on UAP, in Saint-Dié on February 19, 1979. Approximately two hundred people attended. BOURRET presented interesting UAP cases, including those of Valensole and the abduction of Capitán Valdès, using slides and film extracts. He also debunked some explained cases and demonstrated how hoaxes are possible (referencing Adamski). During the break, the CVLDLN's tract was distributed, and BOURRET autographed books. A Q&A session followed, where BOURRET briefly addressed questions without delving deeply into the UAP problem, sometimes responding with irony. The conference aimed to inform a general audience rather than a specialized one.

Ufological Panorama This section provides a comprehensive list of ufological research groups, primarily those forming the Comité Européen de Coordination de la Recherche Ufologique (CECRU), established in November 1977. It includes the names of groups, their addresses, publications, and presidents, covering various regions in France and Luxembourg. The list is divided into groups forming the CECRU and "Other Groups."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The document consistently emphasizes the importance of organized research, collaboration among ufological groups, and public education regarding UAP. The CVLDLN positions itself as a serious, structured organization dedicated to investigating and understanding UAP phenomena, particularly within its regional focus. The tone is informative and procedural, reflecting the nature of organizational statutes and activity reports. There is a clear commitment to scientific rigor where possible, while acknowledging the speculative nature of the subject matter. The inclusion of a conference report and a panorama of other ufological groups suggests an effort to connect with the broader UAP community and disseminate information widely.

This document appears to be a section from a French Ufology publication, likely a newsletter or magazine, titled 'INFOVNI'. It is primarily composed of two main sections: a directory of French Ufology groups and a comprehensive bibliography of books related to UFOs and extraterrestrials.

Directory of French Ufology Groups

The first part of the document lists various Ufology groups across France, providing their names, addresses, and in some cases, the name of their president or a contact person. The groups are identified by letters (E through T) and include organizations such as:

• Groupe 03100: Located in Montluçon, with Jean Giraud as president.
• ACEPA: Association Calaisienne d'Etudes des Phénomènes Aériens, based in Calais.
• AESV: Association d'Etudes des Soucoupes Volantes, located in Aix en Provence.
• CDRU: Cercle Dunkerquois de Recherches Ufologiques, in Coudekerque-Brane.
• C.E. OURANOS: Based in Marseille.
• CFRU: Cercle Français de Recherche Ufologique, in Forbach, with Francis Schaffer as president and 'Ufologia' as its publication.
• Club Girondin Ufologique: Located in Pessac.
• Collectif LDLN de Psycho-ufologie: Based in Montargis.
• CNRE: Centre National de Recherche de l'Etrange, located in Yutz.
• CRUN: Cercle de Recherche Ufologique Niçois, in Nice.
• CUA: Cercle Ufologique Aquitain, located in Plassac.
• GEMOC: Groupement d'Etude des Mystérieux Objets Célestes, in Romilly sur Seine.
• GERU: Groupement d'Etude et de Recherche Ufologique, in Roubaix.
• GLRO: Groupe Local de Recherche sur les O.V.N.I., located in Montargis.
• GRRTO: Groupement Régional de Recherche Toulousain sur les OVNI, with Mme Denise Lacanal as a contact, based in Pechabou.
• GRU: Groupe de Recherche Ufologique, located in Bourg en Bresse.

Bibliography of UFO and Extraterrestrial Literature

The second section is a detailed bibliography presented under the heading 'BIBLIOGRAPHIE'. It lists numerous books, categorized by title, author, publisher, and price. The introductory note by F. DIOLEZ states that the list is not exhaustive and encourages readers to submit new additions or references to omitted books. He also mentions that some members possess most of these books and can offer advice.

The bibliography includes a wide range of titles, such as:

• 'Le livre noir des soucoupes volantes' (The Black Book of Flying Saucers)
• 'Les dossiers des O.V.N.I.' (The UFO Files)
• 'Premières enquêtes sur les humanoides E.T.' (First Investigations into E.T. Humanoids)
• 'La nouvelle vague des soucoupes volantes' (The New Wave of Flying Saucers)
• 'Le nouveau défi des O.V.N.I.' (The New UFO Challenge)
• 'La science face aux E.T.' (Science Faces E.T.)
• 'Soucoupes volantes, 20 ans d'enquêtes.' (Flying Saucers, 20 Years of Investigations)
• 'Face aux extra-terrestres (couloirs aériens)' (Facing Extraterrestrials - Aerial Corridors)
• 'Chronique des apparitions extra-terrestres' (Chronicle of Extraterrestrial Appearances)
• 'Aux limites de la réalité' (At the Limits of Reality)
• 'Les O.V.N.I. Mythe ou réalité' (UFOs: Myth or Reality)
• 'Kystérieux objets célestes' (Mysterious Celestial Objects)
• 'Ces O.V.N.I. qui annoncent le surhomme' (These UFOs that Announce the Superman)
• 'Le mystère des O.V.N.I.' (The Mystery of UFOs)
• 'Chasseurs d'O.V.N.I.' (UFO Hunters)
• 'Les étrangers de l'espace' (Strangers from Space)
• 'Les O.V.N.I. en URSS et dans les Pays de l'Est' (UFOs in the USSR and Eastern Bloc Countries)
• 'Des soucoupes volantes aux O.V.N.I.' (From Flying Saucers to UFOs)
• 'A la recherche des O.V.N.I.' (In Search of UFOs)
• 'O.V.N.I. La fin du secret' (UFOs: The End of the Secret)
• 'Et si les O.V.H.I. n'existaient pas ?' (What if UFHIs Didn't Exist?)
• 'Soucoupes volantes' (Flying Saucers)
• 'La chronique des O.V.N.I.' (The Chronicle of UFOs)
• 'O.V.N.I. et extra-terrestres (4 tommes)' (UFOs and Extraterrestrials - 4 Volumes)
• 'Les extra-terrestres dans l'histoire' (Extraterrestrials in History)
• 'Les soucoupės volantes affaire sérieuse' (Flying Saucers: A Serious Affair)
• 'Du nouveau sur les soucoupes volantes' (News on Flying Saucers)
• 'Les Celtes et les extra-terrestres'
• 'Black out sur les soucoupes volantes'
• 'Les extra terrestres'
• 'Ces dieux qui firent le ciel et la terre' (These Gods Who Made Heaven and Earth)
• 'Mystérieuses soucoupes volantes'
• 'Nos ancêtres venus du cosmos' (Our Ancestors Came from the Cosmos)
• 'La propulsion des soucoupes volantes, enigme résolue ?' (The Propulsion of Flying Saucers: An Enigma Solved?)
• 'Les soucoupes volantes viennent d'un autre monde' (Flying Saucers Come from Another World)
• 'Les soucoupes volantes ont atterri' (Flying Saucers Have Landed)
• 'Lueurs sur les soucoupes volantes' (Glimmers on Flying Saucers)
• 'Des signes dans le ciel' (Signs in the Sky)
• 'Les phénomènes insolites de l'espace' (Unusual Phenomena of Space)
• 'Présence des extra terrestres' (Presence of Extraterrestrials)
• 'Les apparitions de Martiens' (Martian Apparitions)
• 'Pour ou contre les soucoupes volantes' (For or Against Flying Saucers)
• 'O.V.N.I. le plus grand problème scientifique de notre temps' (UFOs: The Greatest Scientific Problem of Our Time)
• 'Des ombres sur les étoiles' (Shadows on the Stars)
• 'Connaitre les étoiles en 10 leçons et tout pour observer le ciel' (Knowing the Stars in 10 Lessons and Everything to Observe the Sky)
• 'Alerte générale O.V.N.I.' (General UFO Alert)

Some entries also specify if the book is a comic strip ('bande dessinée'). The prices are listed in French Francs.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The document clearly indicates a strong focus on Ufology and extraterrestrial phenomena. The editorial stance, as suggested by the introduction to the bibliography, is one of open inquiry and information sharing within the Ufology community. The emphasis on compiling resources and encouraging contributions suggests a desire to build a comprehensive knowledge base on the subject. The inclusion of diverse titles, ranging from scientific investigations to more speculative theories and even comic strips, reflects a broad interest in the topic.