UFO Mail - No 160 - 2013

Magazine Overview

Title: Skandinavisk UFO Information
Issue: 160
Date: May 16, 2013
Publisher: Skandinavisk UFO Information
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish

This issue of Skandinavisk UFO Information focuses on historical UFO archives and the critical examination of ancient astronaut theories.

UFO-Mail nr. 160: Flyvende Tallerkener og Himmelskiver fundet i arkiv

This section, authored by Kim Møller Hansen, highlights the discovery of old newspaper clippings from July 1947 in the SUFOI archives. These clippings, originally published in various Danish and Norwegian newspapers, report on the famous Roswell incident, using terms like "flying saucers" and "celestial discs." The article also references SUFOI's new publication, "Roswell," and includes a positive review from DBC, praising its objective and analytical approach to the Roswell myth.

Når der fuskes med historien

Authored by Kim Møller Hansen, this article critically analyzes the work of Erich von Däniken and the field of "astroarchaeology" (now often termed "xenoarchaeology"). The author points out that while von Däniken's books sold millions, his claims about ancient astronauts influencing human civilization were based on speculation, misinterpretations, and fabricated evidence. The article introduces Jason Colavito's book, "The Cult of Alien Gods: H.P. Lovecraft and Extraterrestrial Pop Culture," as a work that meticulously debunks these pseudoarchaeological theories. Colavito is described as a skeptical xenoarchaeologist who thoroughly analyzes and refutes common claims in the field. His book "Faking History: Essays on Aliens, Atlantis, Monsters, and More" is highlighted as a comprehensive collection of his essays, offering a sober, entertaining, and knowledgeable examination of these topics. The article details common errors made by proponents of xenoarchaeology, including misinterpreting religious texts, mistranslating myths, fabricating quotes, lacking academic knowledge, and repeating others' mistakes.

Colavito's contribution to "Faking History" is quoted, emphasizing that many "alternative" historical narratives rely on outdated and flawed sources, dating back to Ignatius Donnelly's work in the 19th century. He argues that these theories are immune to criticism and that their adherents will not abandon their beliefs, as they are not based on evidence.

Bognyhed!

This brief section announces that Kim Møller Hansen's book "Area 51: Top Secret" is now available as both a print book and an e-book.

Læs ufo-beretninger på www.ufo.dk

This is a call to action, directing readers to the website www.ufo.dk to read UFO reports and recent SUFOI submissions under the "Observationer" section.

Bliv medlem af SUFOI's Støttekreds i 2015

This section encourages readers to become members of SUFOI's support circle for 2015. It explains that Skandinavisk UFO Information is run by volunteers and its primary goal is to provide serious information about the UFO phenomenon through ufo.dk and to register sightings. Financial contributions of 250 DKK or more are requested to support the organization's work. Payment details for giro and netbank accounts are provided, along with instructions for specifying desired free titles.

UFO-Mail udgives af Skandinavisk UFO Information

This is a standard copyright and publication notice, stating that UFO-Mail is published by Skandinavisk UFO Information and that articles may be quoted with proper attribution, but full reproduction requires written agreement. It also mentions that print and photocopies of UFO-Mail content are subject to Copydan fees.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are historical UFO research, particularly the Roswell incident, and the critical debunking of pseudoarchaeological theories like those of Erich von Däniken. The editorial stance is clearly skeptical towards unsubstantiated claims about ancient astronauts, promoting rigorous research and evidence-based analysis, as exemplified by the work of Jason Colavito and the review of Kim Møller Hansen's book on Roswell. The publication also emphasizes its role in providing serious information and encouraging public engagement through its website and support network.