Pegasus - Vol 04 No 1

Magazine Overview

Title: PEGASUS
Issue: Vol.4 No.1
Publisher: Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena
Date: September 1994

This issue of PEGASUS magazine, published by the Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena, delves into a variety of UFO and paranormal topics, featuring articles on alleged government files, personal sightings, and historical incidents.

The Krill Files

The lead article, "The Krill Files," discusses a significant stir caused in January 1988 by four ufological files attributed to O.H. Krill, which appeared on the international electronic highway. The author notes that while many initially dismissed the material as a hoax, possibly assigned to John Grace or John Lear, the question of authorship is less important than the motive behind its dissemination. The article suggests that the assertions about UFOs and the US government's reaction, while once seeming subversive, are now more credible in light of events like Watergate. It posits that secrecy and untraceable dissemination might stem from self-preservation, as discussing such matters could be a threat to one's health. The article poses the question of 'cui bono'—who benefits if the 'hoax' is successful?—and suggests it's hardly the US government. It then summarizes 20 assertions from the Krill files for readers to assess their credibility, including claims of crashed alien craft, multi-dimensional sources, successful acquisition of alien technology by the US government, and the holding of live alien hostages.

Reported UFO Sightings and Experiences

Ex-policeman reports UFO sighting

A news clipping from the Aldershot News (11 Nov. 94) details a report by an ex-policeman, Peter Bos, and his wife Marilyn, who claim to have seen a mystery aircraft flying silently over Farnborough. They described it as a silent, round, dark-bottomed object that moved like a glider. The Defence Research Agency stated there were no scheduled flights in the area at the time.

Reported Paranormal Experiences

This section features an edited written statement from a 40-year-old woman named Mrs. Sara Allen, who shares her experiences, which she believes occur in a dreamlike, semi-conscious state and on an 'etheric' level. She recounts childhood dreams of flying and being taken into small huts by 'wooden or metal women'. In her early 20s, she experienced waking with the conviction that someone had entered her bed. In her 30s, while in the USA, she experienced night disturbances involving objects and sensations on her body. In 1990, after her daughter's birth, she 'dreamed' of escaping to another level and encountering tall, strange people and a craft. She also recounts a UFO sighting in York in November 1978, describing a bright light and a triangle shape. She concludes that these experiences are the work of E.T. entities, with both good and bad motives.

Followed by a UFO from Chitterne to Haslemere

This article from The Haslemere Herald (8.12.94) reports on Colin Rawlinson, a chartered accountant, who believes he was tracked by an unidentified flying object during his drive to work. He described the object as an oval-shaped disk made of bright lights that followed him for the entire 100-mile journey. The object remained motionless when he stopped, and was witnessed by three other people. The Ministry of Defence denied any reports of such sightings.

LAZAR AS A FICTIONAL CHARACTER

By Glenn Campbell, this article examines the story of Bob Lazar, who claims to have worked with alien craft at Papoose Dry Lake near Area 51. Campbell notes the story's subtlety, detail, and limited conspiracy, appealing to engineers and programmers. He discusses the 'Black Mailbox' as a pilgrimage site for UFO enthusiasts. The author expresses skepticism about the 'cartoon silliness' of many UFO claims and the tendency for visitors to personalize their experiences. The article questions Lazar's credibility, particularly his claimed degrees from MIT and Cal-Tech, and points out discrepancies in his professors' records. It also touches on Lazar's bankruptcy proceedings and criminal charges, suggesting these do not necessarily disprove his claims. Campbell suggests that Lazar's story, whether true or false, is rich in detail and philosophical dilemmas, offering a tangible alternative to religious explanations for human origins.

The Mystery Helicopters

This section discusses reports of mystery helicopters that are unmarked, fly at low levels, and are soundless or make helicopter-like sounds. It mentions Astronaut Virgil Armstrong's lecture about a friend who obtained pictures of a UFO, after which helicopters arrived. Lt-Col Wendelle Stevens' book "UFO Crash at Aztec" is cited, detailing an incident where Black Berets confronted ufologists on Andrews Air Force Base. Another report describes helicopters and anomalous lights accompanying cattle mutilations in Montana. A 'mystery helicopter wave' in England is also mentioned, with occupants described as similar to 'Men in Black'. Speculations suggest a collaboration between ufonauts and the military, or that the helicopters themselves are UFOs. The article notes their frequent appearance in connection with animal mutilations, suggesting a need for tissues by aliens for genetic projects.

USAF PRE-EMPTS GAO ROSWELL REPORT

This article reports on the USAF's announcement on September 8th, 1994, of a study on the Roswell incident of July 1947. The report found no indication of a UFO event or an Air Force cover-up. The article frames this as an attempt to preempt a General Accounting Office (GAO) probe. Congressman Steven Schiff expressed reservations about the USAF report's thoroughness. The USAF report concluded that the crashed object was a Project Mogul balloon, not an alien spacecraft, a conclusion that many believe is a continuation of the 1947 lie. Pro-UFO researchers' arguments were dismissed, and witnesses supporting the alien spacecraft theory were not interviewed. Former Air Force press officer Walter Haut described the USAF report as a new cover-up. Operation Right To Know, MUFON, and the Fund for UFO Research issued statements rejecting the USAF's conclusions.

Book Review: UFO QUEST: In Search of the Mystery Machines

This review discusses Alan Watts' book, which attempts to explain UFO technology. While praising his commonsense approach and lucid exposition, the reviewer notes that Watts takes the extraterrestrial hypothesis and the benevolence of 'space brothers' for granted, and incorrectly lists David Langford's hoax publication as genuine. The review also mentions Watts' credence to Adamski's claims and his analysis of the Contactees.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the UFO phenomenon from various angles, including alleged government secrecy, personal testimonies, and historical incidents like Roswell. There's a clear interest in presenting different perspectives, from the detailed analysis of controversial files like 'The Krill Files' and the Bob Lazar story to firsthand accounts of sightings and paranormal experiences. The publication seems to lean towards a critical examination of official explanations, particularly regarding the Roswell incident, and highlights the ongoing debate and research within the ufological community. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging readers to assess the evidence themselves while acknowledging the complexities and potential for both genuine phenomena and hoaxes.

This issue of UFO TIMES, dated January 1995, is a compilation of articles and reports on UFO phenomena, ancient astronaut theories, and related subjects. The cover prominently features an article titled "ABDUCTION IN STAFFORDSHIRE" and an advertisement for a "1995 ONE DAY UFO CONFERENCE".

Abduction in Staffordshire

The issue begins with a detailed account by Doug Pickford of the Staffordshire Green Dragon UFO Group, reporting an incident involving a man named "Bill" on June 16th, 1991. While near the Bridestones in Staffordshire, Bill witnessed a bright light, experienced his car failing to start, and then saw a golden ball of light moving towards him, causing him to lose consciousness. Upon regaining awareness, he found himself 600 feet from his car, stripped to the waist, with his trousers emitting sparks. His car was unlocked with the key in the ignition, and his shirt and shoes were found beside it, warm to the touch. One and a half hours were unaccountably missing from his timeline. Bill eventually confided in Doug Pickford, and the case is presented as a significant event for ufological analysis.

Nostradamus: Terror From The Sky In 1999

This section explores a prediction by Nostradamus from his "Prophecies" (1568 AD) that seems to foretell a similar event to the 'throwing down' of a rebel leader from the sky in 1999. The relevant quatrain (10:72) speaks of a "great King of terror" coming from the sky in "mil neuf cens nonante neuf sept mois" (1999 and seven months), who will bring back the "great King of the Mongols" and precede a period where "War reigns happily."

Chances are, somebody's out there

Written by Hollis L. Engley, this article discusses the scientific possibility of extraterrestrial life. Frank Drake of the University of California, Santa Cruz, is cited as believing that life must have developed elsewhere in the galaxy, given the vastness of the universe. Drake estimates tens of thousands of civilizations in our galaxy alone and hundreds of billions of galaxies. He suggests that while life is abundant, the nearest civilizations are likely thousands of light years away, making interstellar travel implausible. Drake, along with Dava Sobel, authored "Is Anyone Out There?", and Drake emphasizes that the processes leading to life on Earth are likely normal and inevitable, suggesting they would occur in many places.

A Talk on the Wild Side

This section features a report from Boyd Martin ([email protected]) about the "Photon Belt," described as a huge toroid-shaped object of photon light particles near the Pleiades, which our solar system is allegedly entering between March 1995 and the end of 1996. This information is attributed to channeled messages from the "Sirian Council" via Virginia Essene and Sheldon Nidle. Entering the belt is said to involve a "null zone" of five to six days, including three days of darkness, followed by 2,000 years of unending daylight. During this period, electrical devices will cease to function. A "Supreme Creator Force" is said to have arranged for a rescue bubble to thrust the solar system through the fifth dimension. The Sirians claim this will be a beneficial transformation, altering atoms and molecules and vastly modifying human nature.

It's That Moon Again:

This short piece references a German UFO/Fortean magazine report from January 1995, detailing an interview with former Lufthansa chief pilot Werner Utter. Utter claimed that Apollo 12 astronaut Charles Conrad had told him in confidence that what he had seen of UFOs on the moon far surpassed ufologists' current knowledge. The article also recalls a previous report about Neil Armstrong of Apollo 11 allegedly encountering UFOs on the moon, concluding with the adage "Smoke it may be, but there's none without fire."

Are We Hybrids Ourselves?

Authored by John L. Clarke, a UFO investigator, this article explores the theory that the Abduction Syndrome points to a system of genetic manipulation of the human race by aliens. It suggests that UFOs might be mentioned in the Bible and questions the existence of a "Missing Link" in human evolution, proposing that aliens might have created a hybrid (Early Man) from apes and humanoids through artificial insemination. The article posits that this process could explain the relatively rapid development of human intelligence and suggests that aliens might periodically "adjust" us. It also states that this theory does not negate the existence of a supreme power responsible for creation.

Water Diviners Look to the Stars

Written by Nigel Hawkes, Science Editor for The Times, this article discusses Professor Vincent Reddish's theory that water divining might be explained by a radiation field from space. Reddish's experiments suggest that the dowsing force is not electrical or electromagnetic and that most solid materials, except aluminum, conduct it. He theorizes that cosmic radiation interacts with underground pipes or cables to create standing waves of energy, producing the observed dowsing effect. The article also briefly mentions X-ray findings of a 5,300-year-old frozen man.

They Keep On Coming! August 94 Dutch UFO Flap

This section details a series of UFO sightings in the Netherlands during August 1994. Reports include a circular object with lights attempting to land in Kerkrade, a hovering UFO over Heerlen recorded on videotape, a child's sighting of a UFO resembling the "Enterprise" in Gulpen, an object emitting white light in Maasneil that shot out a red beam at an approaching jet fighter, a harsh white light seen over ski slopes in Schaesberg, a bright UFO flying towards Gulpen, a flat round object with a red light in Simpelveld, and a UFO with pulsating red lights observed in Brussum. The article also notes that the "Magazin fur Grenzwissenschaften" reported on these events and published an article by Werner Steinmann linking Earth's plate tectonics to Zecharia Sitchin's theories about the planet Tiamat.

Green UFO, But Sorry, No Green Men!

This brief report from the "Daily Express" describes multiple sightings of a green UFO over Basingstoke, Hants., on January 20th, 1995. Witnesses reported a flash, a gliding object with a glowing green trail, and no noise. Police noted a report of the object being about 20,000 feet high with a huge trail.

Zacharia Sitchin and the Ancient Astronauts

This extensive article by Gordon Millington, based on a lecture given to the British UFO Research Association, delves into Zecharia Sitchin's theories about ancient astronauts. Millington recounts Aldous Huxley's early philosophical interests and introduces Sitchin as a scholar who dedicated his life to proving that the biblical term "Nefilim" means "Those who from above came down," rather than "giants." Sitchin's research, detailed in six books, posits that the Sumerian and Babylonian records describe the creation of our solar system, including the planet Nibiru's collision with Tiamat, forming the Asteroid Belt and Earth. The Nefilim, from Nibiru, are said to have genetically engineered humans, created kingship, and influenced events like the biblical flood. The article discusses the Annunaki, their leaders Enki and Enlil, their quest for gold, and the creation of mankind through genetic manipulation. It also touches upon the Tower of Babel story, interpreting "SHEM" as a rocket ship, and suggests that the Nefilim had advanced technology, including space travel and bases on Mars. The article concludes by showing images of Nefilin astronauts and their spacecraft.

The Big-Nosed Greys

This section reports on a claim by Paul Shartle, a former audio-visual director at Holloman Air Force Base, about a 16 mm. film taken in May 1971. The film allegedly showed three discoid craft, one landing, and three "human size" beings with grey complexions, pronounced noses, and vertical-slit eyes emerging. Robert Emenegger was involved in discussions about this film, which reportedly depicted Air Force personnel meeting with these "doctors, professional types." Permission to release the film was later withdrawn, and Emenegger presented the incident as a hypothetical episode in his book "UFOs Past, Present and Future."

Internet Discussion Snippet

A brief excerpt from an "alt.alien.visitors" internet thread discusses US installations with possible UFO activity and censorship on the internet, referencing the Roswell balloon incident.

1995 One Day UFO Conference

An advertisement for a UFO conference to be held on April 22nd, 1995, at Warblington Secondary School in Portsmouth. It lists guest speakers: Busty Taylor, Gordon Millington (SIGAP), Roy Lake (London UFO Studies), and Malcolm Terry (Andover Group). Contact details for Steve Gerrard are provided.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, alien abductions, ancient astronaut theories, and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting various accounts, theories, and scientific perspectives without necessarily endorsing them, but encouraging further investigation and discussion, as evidenced by the inclusion of internet forum snippets and conference announcements. The magazine seems to lean towards the idea that there is significant unexplained phenomena and historical evidence supporting the existence of UFOs and ancient alien influence.