Phenomenes Inconnus - Nouvelle Serie - No 01 - 1er trim 1972 - CFRU - FSU

Magazine Overview

Title: Phénomènes Inconnus
Issue: N°1, Nouvelle Série Bimestrielle
Date: 1971
Publisher: PRESS UNION GRENOBLE
Country: France
Price: 5,50 F

This issue of "Phénomènes Inconnus" is the first in its new bimonthly series, conceived and produced by the CERCLE FRANÇAIS DE RECHERCHES UFOLOGIQUES in collaboration with the FÉDÉRATION SUISSE D'UFOLOGIE. It is part of the UNION EUROPÉENNE DE LA RECHERCHE UFOLOGIQUE network, which includes organizations from Belgium, Luxembourg, and Germany.

Editorial

In the editorial titled "LA REALITE DES FAITS - VINGT CINQ ANS APRES," Pierre Delval, the director of publication, reflects on the 25 years since the Kenneth Arnold sighting in 1947, which he considers the start of the "modern era" of UFO study. He asserts that the phenomenon of UFOs is real, extraterrestrial, and far beyond current human technology. He notes that while official science and governments remain skeptical, there is a growing openness to the possibility of dialogue with other intelligent civilizations. Delval highlights recent meetings of Soviet, American, and British scientists to study communication with extraterrestrial life and the US Project CYCLOPE. He concludes that while private research has not yielded definitive results, it has significantly advanced the understanding of UFOs, suggesting a non-human technology is present and actively evading direct study.

Articles and Reports

La télévision suisse réédite « la guerre des mondes »

This article by D. FREYMOND (GEPS) discusses a simulated UFO landing staged by Swiss television. Inspired by Orson Welles' 1938 radio broadcast, the TV program "Correspondances" created a realistic scenario of a UFO landing near Geneva. The broadcast included interviews, footage of UFOs, and a staged encounter with an "extraterrestrial." The event caused a temporary panic and a significant increase in electricity consumption in the town of Pully. A post-broadcast survey indicated that while many believed the event, a significant portion remained indifferent or skeptical due to a lack of information. The article suggests that such hoaxes reinforce the public's ridicule of the UFO phenomenon.

Une apparition d'UFO qui trouble l'Angleterre

This report details a mysterious UFO sighting over Aldridge, Staffordshire, England, on August 16th. A police constable, Leslie Leek, and several civilians observed a brilliant, egg-shaped object that later turned orange. Leek managed to take 12 photographs, which were immediately seized by the police and the Ministry of Defence. The British press protested the secrecy, leading to one photo's release. The article includes testimonies from other officers, including Robert Smart and David Hopkins, who corroborated the sighting and described the object's unusual movements and appearance. Leek reported pursuing the object, which then disappeared at high speed. The incident has caused perplexity among police and defense authorities.

Document Photographique Exceptionnel

This article presents three exceptional photographs of a UFO taken in Corsica, near Olmo, by three witnesses who had previously been involved in UFO research in Grenoble. Pierre Delval, president of the G.E.M.O.C. group, vouches for the witnesses' credibility and the authenticity of the photos. The witnesses described a circular, brilliant white object with a dome, observed at sunset. The object appeared to be moving slowly before ascending rapidly and disappearing. The article notes the clarity of the photos, which are considered exceptional among private UFO research collections. The object is described as metallic and circular, with potential observation ports.

LES ATTERRISSAGES

This section, extracted from "Cielo e Terra" and adapted by Francis Schaefer, presents a series of historical landing cases from the 19th century, compiled by Dr. Giuseppe Lazari. It highlights the "wave" of sightings in 1896-1897. Cases include:

• July 1868: A "remarkable aerial construction" with lights and engine-like noise over Dopiago, Chile.
• December 7, 1872: A "haystack"-like object with dense smoke flew erratically over Banbry, England, causing damage.
• April 12, 1897: A cigar-shaped object with a dome landed near Barlinville, Illinois, USA, with occupants briefly seen.
• April 12, 1897: A bizarre object landed near Breen Ridge, Illinois, USA, with traces found and an occupant seen.
• April 14, 1897: An object landed near Bas City, USA, with occupants emerging.
• April 15, 1897: A large flying object landed near Linn Grive, Iowa, USA, with two beings observed inside.
• April 15, 1897: An imposing flying object landed near Springfield, Illinois, USA, with pilots reportedly spoken to.
• April 22, 1897: A luminous object landed in a wheat field near Josserand, Texas.
• April 23, 1897: A strange object landed near Bayou, Arkansas, USA, with three men on board speaking an unknown language.
• May 6, 1897: A luminous object descended near Hot Springs, Arkansas, USA, and a large object (20 meters) was observed with two figures carrying lights.
• October 28, 1902: An immense, dark craft with lights was observed and then submerged in water, estimated at 200 meters long.

DES UFO A l'origine d'une panne d'électricité

This article by Francis Schaefer discusses the potential link between UFOs and power outages. It references the 1965 New York blackout, which occurred shortly after a luminous object was sighted in the area. The article notes that such power failures are relatively frequent and have been reported in the USA and other countries. It specifically mentions recent incidents in Quebec, Canada, in July 1971, where power outages coincided with UFO sightings. The article cites reports from "Le Devoir" and "Montréal-Matin" regarding UFOs observed near Rimouski and an official explanation from HYDRO-QUÉBEC attributing a major power failure to lightning damage to a transmission line. The author expresses skepticism about the official explanation, noting the delay in its release and the similarity to the New York incident's delayed explanation.

dossier des observations

This section provides a chronological listing of UFO sightings from June to October 1971, with brief descriptions and locations:

• June: Merlebach (triangular object), Grenoble (large ball), Achern (flying disc).
• July: Rimouski (round objects), Casablanca (OVNI changing direction), Solingen (OVNI moving east-west, followed by smaller objects).
• August: Odenwald (two UFOs), Kraken (punctiform object), Châteaulin (ellipse-shaped object), Aldridge (egg-shaped object, photos taken), Zamora (engin on a road).
• September: Merlebach (red blinking object, similar object seen later), a green flying triangle.
• September 23: Bahia-Blanca (OVNI causing dust whirlwinds, physiological effects).
• October: Yugoslavia (triangular UFO observed for days), Foca (triangular UFO), Ti Mocka Krajina (two UFOs, one triangular, one saucer-shaped).

L'Ere d'AQUARIUS

This is a brief mention of a magazine titled "L'Ere d'Aquarius," which covers haunted places, treasure hunts, and fantastic sciences.

UN PHENOMENE LUMINEUX DANS LE CIEL DE GUINGAMP

This report describes a luminous object observed by a horticulturist in Guingamp, France, on October 15, 1971. The object, described as a glowing golden ball, moved silently and rapidly across the sky. The witness compared its brightness to multiple car headlights. The report notes that similar objects have been reported, and scientists are unable to identify them with certainty.

LA SOUCOUPE VOLANTE ET... LES VACHES !

This case report from Bahia Blanca describes a farmer, Osvaldo d'Annunzio, who claims to have been burned by the radiations of a flying saucer. He observed a luminous object that moved at high speed, creating dust whirlwinds. He also reported that cows in the vicinity changed color and then returned to normal after the object departed. D'Annunzio experienced persistent headaches after the encounter.

UFO AVEC OCCUPANTS OBSERVÉ EN VOL

This account describes an observation from September 1958, where a round, luminous object was seen hovering and balancing in the sky. The object was described as shell-shaped with a dull grey color, emitting harmonious lights of various colors. The witness observed what appeared to be human figures moving inside through portholes arranged in two rows. The witness and another observer felt a strange attraction towards the object.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the reality of UFO phenomena, the presentation of photographic and testimonial evidence, historical case studies, and the potential technological and societal implications of UFOs. The editorial stance, as expressed by Pierre Delval, is one of open inquiry and a belief in the extraterrestrial nature of UFOs, while acknowledging the need for further research and the challenges posed by official skepticism and public misunderstanding. The magazine aims to document and analyze UFO reports, encouraging readers to share their own observations.

Title: PHENOMENES INCONNUS
Issue: 14
Date: November 1970
Publisher: Press-Union
Country: France

This issue of PHENOMENES INCONNUS delves into historical and contemporary UFO phenomena, featuring a significant section on observations from the 16th to 19th centuries, a detailed report on a 1971 landing in Ronchin, France, and updates on ufological activities in Switzerland, the USA, Luxembourg, and Canada.

Historical Observations (16th-19th Century)

The magazine presents a compilation of historical UFO sightings, highlighting their recurrence throughout centuries. Key incidents include:

• 1500: An "immense dragon of fire" was reported over Lucerne, Switzerland.
• July 7, 1566: "The Gazette of Bâle" reported large black spheres moving rapidly towards the sun, then turning back and colliding, illustrated by a Zurich engraving.
• 1619: Prefect Christophe Schere of Flüelen observed a "huge flaming torpedo" flying along the lake.
• November 2, 1761: A procession of immense luminous globes, some appearing to have "wings," flew over Switzerland.
• August 9, 1762: Astronomers in Bâle, Soleure, Croste, and Rostan observed a dark, spindle-shaped object surrounded by a flaming ring passing in front of the solar disk.
• September 6, 1831 - November 1: Dr. Wartmann and his observatory staff noted several consecutive nights of a strange luminous flying object.
• April 27, 1863: Dr. Wolf from the Zurich Observatory reported seeing a large number of brilliant discs moving from East to West.

The First Ufological Observation: Christophe Colomb

An account suggests that the first known ufological observation occurred on the night of October 11, 1492, hours before Christophe Colomb sighted land. He and his crew reportedly saw a strange light dancing in the distance, losing altitude, a phenomenon now known as a "falling leaf" descent. This sighting occurred amidst growing unrest among the crew due to the seemingly fruitless voyage.

Ronchin, France: A 1971 Landing and Sighting

This section provides a detailed report on a UFO incident in Ronchin, Nord, France, on September 19, 1971. The investigation was conducted jointly by the regional GNEOVNI (CFRU) and SOBEPS of Brussels.

The Incident:

• Observation 1 (Mme X): Approximately ten days before the Ronchin incident, Mme X reported an object hovering silently above a factory. It emitted a loud whistling sound for 3-4 seconds before departing at high speed, leaving an iridescent trail. Later, she witnessed a landing near the previous observation site. She described seeing three small, luminous beings, about 12-13 years old, wearing helmets. They seemed to pursue her, emitting unintelligible cries. She saw a "round machine" nearby but was too frightened to observe details.
• Observation 2 (Witnesses in Ronchin): On September 19, 1971, around 8:15 PM, multiple witnesses in Ronchin reported seeing two luminous, violet-colored "fireballs" descending rapidly and silently. The objects maintained a parallel distance and disappeared behind rooftops. The observation lasted only about 3 seconds.
• M. Pierre Roucou (Witness 1): Saw two "fireballs" descending vertically, maintaining distance, disappearing behind roofs.
• Mlle Despinoy (Witness 2): Saw two "balls" with a violet-red color, with an East-South trajectory.
• M. Crétenier Pascal (Witness 3): Saw two "balls" (dark red) descending like fireworks.
• Mlle Saint-Léger (Witness 4): Saw two "balls" descending, described as large, violet-colored.
• M. Vandenende Alain (Witness 5): Heard a "medium intensity whistling" and saw an "inform, luminous glow" that disintegrated into sparks.
• Mme Leroux, Mme Bailly, and daughter (Witness 6): Saw two "rocket-shaped" objects descending rapidly with luminous flashes and a "coral red tail," at an estimated altitude of 15 meters.
• Mme Blanchot (Witness 7): Her room was suddenly bathed in violet light, and later saw flames about a meter high in the adjacent field.
• The Landing Site: The earth was tamped in a precise circle of 5-6 meters in diameter where the object reportedly landed.
• The Fire: A fire of burning straw occurred in the field. Firefighters arrived, initially reporting a possible plane collision, but extinguished the fire by beating the flames. The burnt area was approximately 400 m², with two distinct fire centers. Some grass remained unburnt, and the earth beneath was hardened. Small fragments of melted metal were found.
• Witness 9 (MM. Roure, Roure, Pottier, Taminiaux): Saw two "red balls" with a diameter comparable to the full moon, ascend vertically, then separate and move horizontally before disappearing.

Analysis and Conclusions:

The investigators found the witnesses to be sincere. The incident is considered unusual, and natural causes like lightning or meteorites are deemed unlikely. The possibility of a hoax was also considered but found unsupported by evidence. The phenomenon remains unexplained.

International Ufological News

• Switzerland: The Swiss Federation of Ufology (F.S.U.) unites four private research groups, aiming to coordinate research and establish a telephone network for UFO tracking in western Switzerland.
• USA: Dr. P.M.H. Edward, a professor and advisor to the "Organization of Research on Aerial Phenomena," asserts that compelling evidence proves UFOs are guided by intelligence. He notes thousands of disappearances and the incredible capabilities of UFOs, suggesting they are not natural phenomena or human technology.
• Luxembourg: A meeting of private UFO research groups from Luxembourg, Belgium, and France aimed to establish a European coordination and information network, leading to the formation of the "European Union for Ufological Research."
• Canada: The planetarium in Montréal will include UFO phenomena in its programs. Radio broadcasts and articles in "Le Petit Journal du Québec" are raising public awareness about UFOs.

Civilizations Mystérieuses

• La Roche aux Pieds: This section describes a curious rock in the French Alps with cupules and engravings of human footprints, measuring 5 mm to 2 cm deep and 15 to 25 cm long. Similar cases of engraved footprints on rocks are noted in Priziac and the Rhys Peninsula.
• A Colossal Sculpted Head near Megève: A large rock sculpture, estimated to be over twenty meters high, is described. It resembles a face that evokes both a woman and a lion, similar to sculptures found in Marcahuasi, Peru. The article suggests these ancient rock carvings, found across diverse regions, were likely created by a single, expert prehistoric people with solar-related religious rites.
• A Mysterious Statuette: A statuette brought from Mexico by Count de Wetter is mentioned, said to possess a power, but its whereabouts are unknown after the Count's death.

Listening to Other Worlds

This article discusses efforts to communicate with extraterrestrial intelligence. It mentions the OZMA project (1960) using a 25-meter antenna to listen for signals from Tau Ceti and Epsilon Eridani, which yielded no positive results. It also describes the ambitious CYCLOPE project, planning 10,000 parabolic antennas over 16 square kilometers to detect signals from civilizations up to 1,000 light-years away. Soviet research in Byourakan also explored communication possibilities, with one scientist hypothesizing that extraterrestrials might use brief, powerful emissions that are difficult to detect. The article notes that while no direct UFO radio emissions have been detected, unidentified signals have been captured by radio telescopes, suggesting extraterrestrials might use different communication sources.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the unexplained, from historical anomalies to modern UFO sightings and ancient mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting evidence and witness testimonies for phenomena that defy conventional explanation. There is a clear emphasis on detailed investigation, as seen in the Ronchin case, and a commitment to documenting both the unusual and the potentially significant aspects of these events. The publication also highlights collaborative efforts within the ufological community, both nationally and internationally, and promotes related publications like "REFLETS DU XXIe SIECLE."