Mysteria - Issue 04 - 1979 04

Magazine Overview

MYSTERIA is a German-language magazine focused on UFO research and pre-astronautics. This issue, Nr.4/79, is identified as the 1st year's volume and was priced at DM 3.50. The cover features an illustration of a UFO sighting near Mölln, Germany, with two figures looking up at a luminous object descending from the sky.

Contents and Editorial Notes

The issue includes a table of contents listing various articles, such as 'UFO Sighting near Mölln,' 'The Chronicle of Akakor,' 'A Pilot in a Prehistoric Flying Machine,' and 'Facts about Extraterrestrial Spaceships: Consequences of a UFO Sighting.' The editorial section provides contact information for the editor-in-chief, Axel Ertelt, and editor, Hans-Werner Sachmann. It states that MYSTERIA is published monthly and that copyrights for signed articles belong to the authors, while unsigned contributions belong to the editorial team. The magazine accepts unsolicited manuscripts but is not liable for them and does not guarantee publication or return. No honorarium is paid as it is a private, self-funded publication, though a book prize is awarded annually for the best reader contribution.

Letters to the Editor

The 'Liebe Leser' (Dear Readers) section addresses delays in publication due to late-arriving articles and mentions that a statement from Erich von Däniken regarding a previous article was still pending. The magazine notes the absence of advertisements, attributing it to a lack of response from potential advertisers, but reiterates that the offer for advertisements remains open at the same price. A plea is made to readers to help increase the circulation by telling friends and sending in addresses of interested individuals, who will receive a free sample copy. The editors also encourage readers to submit their own articles, which will be published after review if they meet the criteria of timeliness.

The section also clarifies the issue of unsolicited sample copies, stating that recipients should consider them free promotional material and not complain about receiving them. It also addresses a reader's criticism of a 'sensational moon photo' in a previous issue, defending the interpretation and urging readers to re-examine the image.

Featured Articles and Reports

The Chronicle of Akakor

Bernd Brasser discusses the 'Chronicle of Akakor,' which claims that 'strangers from space' landed in South America 13,000 years BC in golden spaceships. The article focuses on the technical means of transportation used by these beings, described as having seven legs and wheels, a concept that is compared to modern engineering concepts for vehicles designed for difficult terrain or extraterrestrial use, citing a 'DIE WELT' article about a 'walking' vehicle developed by engineers at the University of Florida.

A Pilot in a Prehistoric Flying Machine

Ferdi Heller presents an illustration from Leo Frobenius's book 'Vom Kulturreich des Festlandes,' depicting a Tlingit and Heida Indian carving of a flying machine with a pilot in a transparent cockpit. Heller suggests this carving, along with similar artifacts found in the Olmec park in Villahermosa, Mexico, provides evidence for pre-astronautics, arguing that the depicted technology, including what appear to be jet nozzles and delta wings, was beyond the capabilities of ancient peoples.

Facts about Extraterrestrial Spaceships: Consequences of a UFO Sighting

Professor Dr. Hans Holzer documents a case from Tenerife where a doctor witnessed a UFO landing. The doctor was subsequently visited by two individuals, described as 'Men in Black' (MIBs), who warned him not to reveal his experience. The encounter included a demonstration of the MIBs' unusual abilities, such as making a coin disappear. The article suggests that MIBs appear to those involved in significant UFO events or research.

Bermuda Triangle: Sailing Ship Missing in the Caribbean

A brief report states that the sailing ship 'Stolz von Baltimoore,' built to 17th-century plans, is missing in the Caribbean Sea. Two aircraft have searched the area without success.

Spaceflight: Is SKYLAB Crashing on Frankfurt?

Professor Kaminski is cited as predicting that the US space station SKYLAB will crash to Earth in July or August, with his calculations indicating Frankfurt as a likely impact site. He urges NASA to destroy the station with rockets to prevent a catastrophe.

W. Raymond Drake / England

This section introduces W. Raymond Drake, an author specializing in 'ancient UFO research.' Drake, born in England in 1913, began writing in 1936 but only published his first book after 28 years. The article laments that his books are not yet available in German and calls for readers to write to publishers requesting German translations. Drake's impressive literary work, including titles like 'Gods or Spacemen?' and 'Messengers from the Stars,' is listed. The magazine announces that it will publish excerpts from Drake's work, starting with 'A UFO Freed the Legions of Rome.'

A UFO Freed the Legions of Rome

This article by W. Raymond Drake recounts an event in 73 BC during the war between Consul Lucullus and King Mithridates of Pontus. As the armies were about to engage, a large, glowing, wine-glass shaped object, described as resembling molten silver, appeared in the sky between them. This phenomenon caused both armies to be astonished and to separate, with Mithridates' troops fleeing north. The event is said to have occurred in Phrygia, near the Dardanelles.

UFOs Merged Together

This article by Walter-Jörg Langbein and Axel Ertelt presents a documentation of UFOs merging. (Details not fully visible in the provided scan).

UFOs over Kiel

Herbert Mohren reports on UFO sightings over Kiel. (Details not fully visible in the provided scan).

New Hunt for Nessie

This section discusses new efforts in the search for the Loch Ness Monster. (Details not fully visible in the provided scan).

Do the 'Graves' Reveal Their Secret?

Frank Bruns investigates whether ancient 'graves' hold secrets. (Details not fully visible in the provided scan).

New Ice Age due to Cosmic Hydrogen Cloud?

This article explores the possibility of a new ice age caused by a cosmic hydrogen cloud. (Details not fully visible in the provided scan).

Are they UFOnauts? - Humans who burn internally!

Frank Bruns writes about UFOnauts and humans who experience internal burning. (Details not fully visible in the provided scan).

MYSTERIA Readers Recruit Subscribers

This section encourages readers to help recruit new subscribers for MYSTERIA. (Details not fully visible in the provided scan).

Glowing UFOs Raced Over Denmark and Northern Germany

Axel Ertelt reports on sightings of glowing UFOs over Denmark and Northern Germany. (Details not fully visible in the provided scan).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of MYSTERIA revolve around UFO sightings, ancient astronaut theories, and unexplained phenomena. The magazine actively promotes the idea of extraterrestrial influence on human history and technology, citing ancient texts, artifacts, and modern sightings as evidence. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging reader participation and presenting various hypotheses, while also acknowledging the need for scientific scrutiny and verification. The magazine positions itself as a platform for disseminating information and fostering discussion on topics often considered fringe by mainstream science.

This issue of Prä-Astronautik, dated April 1979, is a German-language publication focusing on ancient astronaut theories and UFO research. The cover story highlights a wave of UFO sightings over Denmark and Northern Germany on April 18, 1979, with multiple newspapers reporting on the events.

Historical Accounts and Ancient Astronauts

The magazine begins by referencing historical figures like Lucullus and Mithridates, suggesting that ancient armies may have encountered UFOs. It recounts a description by George Adamski of a flying saucer from Venus, noting that this description has been widely imitated. The text also mentions celestial phenomena observed during ancient battles, such as the Battle of Salamis and the defeat of the Spartans, attributing them to 'celestial light beams' or 'heavenly wonders.'

Lucullus and the 'Ship of the Gods'

A detailed account discusses the Roman general Lucullus, his immense wealth, and his introduction of cherries to Italy. It then connects him to a historical UFO sighting, describing a 'flaming, wine-glass-shaped body' that may have terrified Mithridates. The article speculates if Lucullus, during his famous feasts, might have recalled this 'heavenly wine glass' – the 'ship of the gods.'

UFO Merging Incidents

A significant section is dedicated to the phenomenon of UFOs merging and separating. It revisits the 'Dr. X-Fall' from Southern France in 1968, where two UFOs reportedly merged. The article then presents a detailed account from Reiner H. of Lüdenscheid, Germany, who, along with his wife, witnessed two luminous objects merge and then separate on March 15, 1977. Later, it reports on a similar incident in Mölln, Germany, on December 31, 1978, involving three UFOs merging into one.

Archaeological Mysteries and Ancient Technology

The issue features an article by Frank Bruns on archaeological discoveries, particularly the 'Hochdorf burial mound' found in Baden-Württemberg in October 1978. This well-preserved Celtic tomb from around 500 BC, with its intact burial chamber, challenges conventional archaeological views and suggests that many other burial mounds might contain similar hidden chambers. The article speculates that these structures, and even Egyptian pyramids, might have served purposes beyond mere tombs, possibly as precursors to pyramids or even bunkers.

The 'Inner Burning' Theory

Another article by Frank Bruns explores the mysterious phenomenon of 'inner burning,' where individuals spontaneously combust. It cites the case of Mary Reeser, who allegedly burned to death in her armchair with extreme heat, leaving the chair and room largely intact. The article proposes a theory linking this phenomenon to extraterrestrials living among humans. It suggests that if aliens have a different blood composition that cannot tolerate oxygen, they might combust when injured, similar to how certain chemicals react to air.

UFO Sightings Over Northern Europe

An article by Axel Ertelt details a series of UFO sightings on April 18, 1979, over Denmark and Northern Germany. Reports from various newspapers, including NEUE PRESSE, EXPRESS, BILD, KÖLNISCHE RUNDSCHAU, FAZ, BRAUNSCHWEIGER ZEITUNG, and WESTFÄLISCHEN RUNDSCHAU, describe multiple objects, some as a 'pulck' of eight, seen by hundreds of witnesses and military personnel. The objects were described as glowing, fireballs with colored tails, or formations of cylinders and cigars, flying at speeds around 400 km/h. Despite eyewitness accounts, military radar could not detect them, and experts offered explanations ranging from satellites to meteorites, though these were contested.

UFOs Over Kiel

Herbert Mohren reports on a UFO sighting in Kiel, Germany, in September 1978. A 16-year-old girl, Filiz T., photographed an oval object with a black core and radiating 'field lines.' Her school friends, Uta and Hilda, also reported seeing a similar object. The article notes the unusual experience of both girls feeling drawn to the window to observe the phenomenon.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of ancient history, mythology, and modern UFO phenomena, suggesting a continuous presence of non-human intelligence on Earth. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various theories and witness accounts without definitive conclusions, encouraging readers to consider unconventional explanations for historical events and contemporary sightings. The recurring theme is that of 'ancient astronauts' and the possibility of extraterrestrial involvement in human history and current events.