Pegasus - Vol 06 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: PEGASUS
Issue: Volume 6, #2
Date: May 30, 1996
Publisher: Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena

This issue of PEGASUS magazine features several articles exploring different facets of the UFO phenomenon, including controversial claims about the moon, the psychological impact of abductions, and personal accounts from a renowned astronaut.

Hoagland's Moon

The lead article, "Hoagland's Moon," by an unnamed author, details the claims of Richard C. Hoagland, head of the "Mars Mission" research group. Hoagland presented evidence derived from NASA and Soviet photographs suggesting the existence of possible ancient artificial structures on the moon. He held a major press briefing on March 21, 1996, at the National Press Club in Washington D.C., with his scientific team. The media reception was largely skeptical. Hoagland attributed the lukewarm reception to political influence stemming from a 1960 Brookings report that warned of potential societal collapse if "physical ruins left by a race of obviously superior beings" were revealed. He asserts his work provides "compelling scientific evidence" for these artifacts and that President Kennedy's Apollo program had planned to send Americans to record them. The author notes that Hoagland's moon pictures have been seen on the Internet and elsewhere, and that his case deserves examination rather than dismissal. Hoagland is quoted as saying, "It's time for this President to bite the bullet, to open NASA's files on all of this, and come clean." The article concludes with a cynical remark about the timing of such requests, suggesting it might be better to wait until after the upcoming presidential election.

Ethical Implications of the UFO Abduction Phenomenon

Authored by Budd Hopkins, a well-known investigator of the abduction phenomenon, this article delves into the psychological and ethical dimensions of UFO encounters. Hopkins begins by stating that human psychology naturally leads to strong reactions to events involving extraterrestrial intelligence, with people tending to expect either friendly helpers or hostile conquerors. He emphasizes that preconceptions significantly influence how abduction reports are interpreted.

Hopkins, drawing on twelve years of experience investigating over 150 abductees, focuses on the moral nature of the UFO phenomenon rather than the validity of abduction claims. He notes that abductees often report a complex mix of intense emotions, including fear, awe, affection, and anger. Fear is nearly universal, stemming from the frightening nature of the experience. Awe is directed at the aliens' technology, sometimes leading to affection or even love, particularly towards a specific captor. Conversely, anger and hatred arise from the feeling of helplessness, being used, and sometimes suffering pain. Hopkins suggests that the affection reported by abductees might be suspect, potentially induced telepathically, similar to the "Patty Hearst" syndrome observed in kidnapping cases.

He argues that the immediate emotional reactions are often negative and damaging, with fear and anger being particularly disruptive. While awe can be neutral or tinged with fear and potentially broaden one's worldview, the affection for captors, if genuine, is positive. However, Hopkins concludes that the negative effects seem more powerful. He then broadens the discussion to consider the ethical content of an extraterrestrial presence by examining evidence of intervention in human affairs. He points to historical events like the Holocaust, the development of nuclear weapons, and ongoing global issues like terrorism and pollution, arguing that no extraterrestrial force intervened to prevent human suffering. He questions the moral responsibility of UFO occupants if they possess advanced technology but remain indifferent to human tragedy, likening it to an indolent sunbather not rescuing a drowning child.

Hopkins acknowledges that some UFO cases include accounts of healing, but he finds the arbitrary nature of this healing raises ethical questions. He cites an abductee who, after her sister's murder, expressed a loss of faith in aliens looking out for them. He suggests that the phenomenon appears "amoral" rather than actively benevolent or malevolent.

Examining the long-term psychological aftereffects, Hopkins references Dr. Aphrodite Clamar, who states that abductees are often psychologically scarred. He supports this with findings from Dr. Elizabeth Slater's tests, which revealed profiles similar to rape victims, including low self-esteem and distrust. Hopkins shares case files of three individuals who committed suicide after abduction experiences, as well as other instances of accidents and suicide attempts linked to these events. While acknowledging that some abductees experience a philosophical broadening and awareness of the universe, he stresses that the cost in terms of pain, suffering, and mental breakdown is tremendous, with the gains attributed more to human resilience than alien kindness.

He concludes by addressing the persistent belief in "Space Brothers" and the idea of different alien groups (e.g., "grays" vs. "blonds"). Hopkins finds no evidence for this dichotomy and suggests that various alien groups may be cooperatively engaged in something destructive, driven by wishful thinking rather than objective reality.

Astronaut Gordon Cooper Says Aliens Are Here

This article by Michael Lindemann of CNI News profiles former Mercury astronaut Gordon Cooper and his long-held belief in alien spacecraft. Cooper, described as having "the right stuff," has publicly stated his conviction that UFOs are alien in origin.

Lindemann met Cooper in Van Nuys, California, and describes him as a balding 68-year-old with sharp blue eyes who speaks quietly and concisely. They discussed Cooper's space missions, including Mercury 9 and Gemini 5, and the cancelled Apollo program and plans for a Mars mission. Cooper expressed regret over the cancellation of the Mars mission, blaming Senator Proxmire.

The article focuses on Cooper's famous UFO sighting in 1951 over Germany. While flying F-86 jets, he and other pilots observed a large group of "double lenticular shaped" aircraft flying in formation, moving at high speed and altitude. Over the next few days, they reportedly saw "several hundred" of these craft. The official explanation given to Cooper and his fellow pilots was "High flying seed pods," which Cooper found absurd.

Cooper's conviction about UFOs led him to write a letter to the United Nations in 1978, stating his belief that UFOs exist and that unexplained ones are from technically advanced civilizations visiting Earth. He advocated for a coordinated global program to study these encounters and determine how best to interface with the visitors. Cooper believed that most of these visitors were friendly.

When asked about seeing anything otherworldly in space or on the moon, Cooper replied negatively. Regarding government knowledge of UFOs, Cooper suggested that the aliens themselves control the disclosure, choosing when and where to reveal themselves. He referenced the Pascagoula incident as an example of people who wanted to meet them.

Cooper also shared an anecdote about his friend Gordon, a rocket scientist named Moser, who allegedly brought an alien visitor to Earth in the mid-1950s. This visitor, who appeared human, needed five years to acclimate to Earth's gravity and breathing conditions. Moser provided the visitor with library books, and the alien eventually became a businessman. Cooper never met this visitor directly. The alien's people were described as an old race whose planet had died, and they sought a place to live on solid ground.

Cooper believes that various types of alien visitors are on Earth, most of whom are benevolent, though some may be unfriendly. He also commented on the possibility of technology transfer, mentioning Bob Lazar's claims about saucers at a secret base in Nevada and potential wreckage recovery at Roswell. He thought rumors about a landing at Holloman Air Force Base might be true.

Lindemann notes that Cooper's business partners included individuals from the "Black" world of super-secrecy, suggesting Cooper may have access to more information than he revealed in their conversation. Despite this, Lindemann found Cooper remarkably open and convinced that aliens are here, and glad that Cooper also believes most are friendly.

Life on Mars: More Likely Than Not, Scientists Say

This brief section reports on Professor Stanley V. McDaniel's urging NASA to prioritize studying the Cydonia region of Mars due to the "Face on Mars" and other potential evidence of an ancient intelligent race. It also mentions Courtney Brown's book "Cosmic Voyage," which claims "scientific remote viewing" verified Mars' habitation by an advanced humanoid race. While mainstream science considers life on Mars likely, NASA officially denies the artificiality of the "Face on Mars."

UFO Abductions - The True Story

This is a review of a VHS video production by Lee Elders and Wendelle C. Stevens, based on a book by William Herrmann, an alleged abductee. The video, presented as "The True Story," includes a reconstruction of Herrmann's sightings and abduction, illustrated with photographs and corroborated by witnesses. The second cassette features a videoed hypnosis session with Herrmann, who now considers himself a willing contactee with "five-fingered greys from Zeta Reticuli." The review is critical, deeming the presentation "unconvincing." It points out the poor technical quality, the hypnotist's apparent lack of awareness of False Memory Syndrome, and issues with sound quality. The review concludes by describing a final clip where the contactee awaits the arrival of his "Reticulan friends" in a quarry.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of PEGASUS revolve around the ongoing investigation and interpretation of UFO phenomena. The magazine presents controversial claims about extraterrestrial presence on the moon, explores the profound psychological and ethical impacts of alien abductions, and features the personal testimony of a prominent astronaut who believes in alien visitation. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting various perspectives and evidence, while also maintaining a critical eye, particularly regarding the technical quality and potential for misinterpretation in media like the "UFO Abductions - The True Story" video. There is a clear skepticism towards simplistic explanations and a focus on the complex, often morally ambiguous, nature of the phenomenon and its implications for humanity.

This issue of CNI News, dated December 28, 1995, focuses on a sensational and disturbing UFO-related homicide case in Brazil, alongside explorations into the nature of crop circles and the controversial topic of alien implants.

UFO-Related Homicide in Brazil

The lead article, "UFO-Related Homicide in Brazil" by G. Cope Schellhorn, details the Guarapiranga reservoir case. This case involves the mutilated body of an unnamed male, discovered on September 29, 1988. The wounds exhibit a precision and surgical nature eerily similar to numerous documented cases of UFO-related animal mutilations. Ufologists Encarnacion Zapata Garcia and Dr. Rubens Goes, along with police technician Rubens Sergio, presented photographs of the victim, which were later shared with investigators. The autopsy report noted the removal of extensive tissue from the face, head, and neck, including eyes, ears, tongue, and internal organs, extracted through small, uniform perforations. The lack of significant bleeding, rapid decomposition, or odor, along with the precise nature of the cuts, strongly suggests a non-human origin, potentially indicating a group of alien visitors with a profound disregard for human life. The article draws parallels to cases studied by Dr. John Altshuler and others, emphasizing that the precision of the wounds rules out conventional explanations like Satanism or revenge.

The case is presented as a "fortuitous disclosure" that challenges the assumption of universally friendly extraterrestrial intentions. The author notes that while official attitudes in Western circles may suppress such information, the Guarapiranga case provides compelling, albeit disturbing, evidence. The article also mentions a similar case involving Sgt. Jonathan P Louette in 1956 at White Sands Missile Test Range, who was found mutilated after an alleged abduction. Additionally, the 'Fenomeno Chupa-Chupa' in Brazil during the 1970s and 80s, involving small UFOs attacking people with beams of light, is cited as another instance of human encounters with potentially harmful UFO occupants.

The Symbology of the Circles

Gordon Millington's article, "The Symbology of the Circles," delves into the phenomenon of crop circles, moving beyond initial dismissals as mere pranks. Millington discusses how the complexity and variety of formations, from simple circles to intricate pictograms, suggest a deeper meaning. He references Terence Meaden's work and the serious consideration given by figures like John Michell. The article highlights the evolution of crop circles, noting that the appearance of Celtic crosses and swastikas suggested spiritual or symbolic messages. Millington questions whether the phenomenon might involve both benevolent and malevolent influences, or even attempts to discredit the field.

The article explores the scientific and esoteric approaches to understanding crop circles, noting that the 'why' has often been overshadowed by the 'how.' Millington points to two remarkable pictograms from the 1991 season: the Barbury Castle figure, described as a geometrical demonstration, and the Ickleton representation of a Mandelbrot set, linked to dynamic algebraic derivation. These, he suggests, point towards a progression from classical order to a more complex, possibly chaotic, order that resolves into a new structure.

Circle Sickness

Simon Burton's "Circle Sickness: Does Wilhelm Reich's 'Oranur' Disaster Help Explain Mystery?" investigates the potential negative physiological and psychological effects associated with crop circles. Burton notes reports of panic, unease, aches, pains, and headaches, alongside equipment malfunctions. He draws a strong parallel to the 'Oranur Experiment' conducted by Wilhelm Reich in the early 1950s. This experiment, involving concentrated orgone energy and radioactive material, resulted in severe illness among participants, characterized by oppressive feelings, headaches, nausea, and chronic fatigue. Reich termed this 'Oranur Sickness.'

Burton suggests that the symptoms of 'Circle Sickness' and 'Oranur Sickness' share remarkable similarities, including the bending of trees and unusual deposits on vegetation ('melanor'). He posits that the 'Orgone Hypothesis' might explain these effects, suggesting that concentrated orgone radiation, when exposed to even minuscule amounts of nuclear radiation, can turn healthy orgone into 'DOR' (deadly orgone), which attacks living systems at their weakest points. The article concludes by advising caution when approaching crop circles, suggesting they should be treated as potentially harmful.

Surgeon Tells First Results of Implant Analysis

This section reports on a presentation by hypnotherapist Derrel Sims and surgeon Dr. Roger Leir regarding alleged alien implants. Three objects, surgically removed from two individuals who reported abduction experiences, are presented as potential hard evidence. Two objects were found in a woman's toe, and one in a man's hand. These implants were discovered accidentally via X-rays and were noted to be painless and leave no visible entry scars. The objects were detected using a stud finder and a gauss meter, and their proximity to nerves caused intense pain responses, even under local anesthesia.

Preliminary analysis revealed that the implants, when first removed, were flat and triangular, covered in a dense, gray membrane that was difficult to cut. Further analysis of the membrane material, scraped off after drying, indicated it was composed of blood, oxygen-carrying pigment, and keratin, suggesting it was derived from the patients' own bodies. The internal structure of the implants was described as shiny black metal, forming a 'T' shape. Initial laboratory reports on the metal were described as 'mind-boggling.' The findings suggest that these implants may function as monitoring devices attached to the nervous system.

Readers Write and Corrigendum

A "Readers Write" section includes a letter from Ewan Ross expressing surprise at the open-mindedness of people regarding the UFO phenomenon and the positive influence of programs like 'The X-Files' and the Roswell incident in promoting unbiased research. A corrigendum corrects a previous statement about NASA releasing photographs from the Clementine moon mission, confirming they have indeed been released.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue consistently explores the darker, more unsettling aspects of the UFO phenomenon, moving beyond simple sightings to consider potential threats and profound implications for humanity. The articles on the Brazilian homicide, 'Circle Sickness,' and alien implants collectively suggest that not all extraterrestrial interactions are benign. There is a recurring theme of official cover-ups or a lack of public disclosure regarding significant UFO-related events. The editorial stance appears to be one of cautious investigation, urging readers to treat the phenomenon with respect and to be aware of potential dangers, while also advocating for scientific research. The magazine itself, Pegasus, is presented as a publication that offers a wide diversity of articles on UFO topics and is highly recommended.