UFO Mail - No 270 - 2018

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-Mail nr. 270
Date: September 3, 2018
Publisher: Danmarks UFO Forening (via Skandinavisk UFO Information)
Character: This issue of UFO-Mail is a newsletter focusing on UFO-related news, book reviews, and event reports within Denmark.

Book Review: 'Ildkugler over Danmark om sten der aldrig fløj'

The main feature of this issue is the announcement and review of the book "Ildkugler over Danmark om sten der aldrig fløj" (Fireballs over Denmark about stones that never flew) by Ole Henningsen. The book is presented as the culmination of many years of diligent research into mysterious aerial phenomena, with a particular focus on Danish reports that involve physical findings, such as stones.

Ole Henningsen, born in 1942, has a long-standing interest in astronomy, geology, and Danish UFO experiences. The book compiles numerous accounts where finders believed they had discovered physical evidence of extraterrestrial material. These incidents have been thoroughly investigated, and many of the associated stones have been analyzed by experts to uncover their secrets. The book aims to answer what the results show and provide explanations for these seemingly mysterious events.

The foreword for the book is written by astrophysicist Michael Linden-Vørnle, who praises Henningsen's approach, emphasizing the importance of taking people's experiences seriously while stressing that thorough investigation and critical thinking are crucial for understanding the causes of these experiences. The book is 134 pages, A4 format, with color and black-and-white illustrations, an index, and source references. It costs 159 DKK and was set to be released on September 6, 2018, but was available for pre-order.

A photograph of Ole Henningsen with a mysterious stone found in Langelandsbæltet is featured, linking to his website.

Event Report: 'Det kom fra verdensrummet' (It Came from Outer Space)

This section details an event held on August 11th at Brorfelde Observatory, located near Tølløse in Midtsjælland. The event, organized by Brorfelde Observatory and Andelslandsbyen Nyvang (a museum and experience center in Holbæk), aimed to explore mysteries related to strange lights and reports, with origins in Andelslandsbyen Nyvang.

The event was a collaboration with volunteers from the University of Copenhagen, Brorfelde Astronomical Friends Circle, Copenhagen Astronomical Society, and SUFOI. The theme was set in the historical context of the 1950s, a period marked by the aftermath of World War II, the dawn of the Cold War, the arms race, the space race, and the fear of nuclear annihilation.

Participants engaged in various 'stations' to learn about different topics. The evening began at Andelslandsbyen Nyvang, where the story of a farmer named Møller, who disappeared after something crashed nearby, was presented. Actors (statists) in the village portrayed characters who could tell stories about strange lights.

Attendees were then transported to Brorfelde Observatory for three more stations. Young chemists from the University of Copenhagen discussed rockets and fuels. The observatory's main building focused on the difference between meteorites and ordinary stones. Finally, Toke Haunstrup from SUFOI spoke about the origins of UFO phenomena, debunking the common misconception that UFOs began with the Roswell crash. Instead, he pointed to Kenneth Arnold's observation of nine crescent-shaped objects over Mount Rainier, Washington, on June 24, 1947, as a key event.

Haunstrup also recounted Danish UFO cases, including the "Almind-rumskibet" (Almind spaceship) from December 1957, where three young men saw an elongated light mistaken for a cigar-shaped spaceship (later identified as the rising moon), and the "BT-sagen" from the summer of 1959. In the latter, two students claimed to have photographed a disc-shaped object, but later admitted it was a hoax involving a model made from two plates and tennis balls. More details on this case are available in UFO-Mail nr. 110.

A photograph shows a model constructed by the students for the "BT-sagen" hoax.

The event took place in a dome at Brorfelde Observatory, which previously housed a highly precise meridian circle used for astronomical measurements until 1980. This instrument was later moved to the European Southern Observatory in La Palma, Canary Islands.

Approximately 50-100 participants attended the event, which ran from early evening until past midnight. Despite the organizers hoping for more attendees, the shift from warm summer weather to wind and rain likely deterred some. The evening was described as pleasant, taking place in the spirit of the 1950s, and also included observations of meteors from the Perseid shower, which peaked that weekend.

Links and Membership

Links are provided to Brorfelde Observatory's website and Andelslandsbyen Nyvang's website. Readers are encouraged to read UFO reports on www.ufo.dk under the 'Observationer' section.

The magazine also promotes membership in SUFOI's support circle for 2019. SUFOI, run by volunteers, aims to provide serious information about the UFO phenomenon. A contribution of 250 DKK or more allows individuals to become members and choose one of four books for free: 'Ildkugler over Danmark', 'UFO'er - Myter og viden', 'Mysteriet om UFO'er', and 'Firestorm'. Payment details for the support circle are provided.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFO-Mail strongly emphasizes the importance of rigorous investigation, critical analysis, and taking witness accounts seriously when dealing with UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting factual reporting and debunking hoaxes, while also encouraging public engagement and support for UFO research through SUFOI. The content highlights historical Danish UFO cases and contemporary events, aiming to educate and inform the public about the ongoing study of unusual aerial phenomena.