UFO-Nytt - 2004 No 1

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-Nytt
Issue: 1
Volume: 2004
Publisher: Västerbergslagens UFO förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Cover Headline: UFO-NYTT
Cover Description: The cover features the title 'UFO-NYTT' in stylized lettering, followed by 'NR 1 2004' and the name of the publishing organization 'Västerbergslagens UFO förening'. Below this is a star graphic and a framed illustration of a horse in a mystical, moonlit landscape.

Table of Contents and Articles

This issue of UFO-Nytt, published by Västerbergslagens UFO förening, is dated NR 1 2004 and includes a variety of articles and reports related to UFO phenomena and astronomy.

• Page 2:
• Förord (Foreword): A brief introduction.
• Rapporter (Reports): A list of various reports and articles, including:
• Mångalen (Moonstruck)
• Flygvapnet säger... (The Air Force says...)
• Föremål syntes gå in i... (Object seen entering...)
• Stort korsformat flygande föremål... (Large cross-shaped flying object...)
• Raketen slog ner i sjön (The rocket crashed into the lake)
• "Jag tror inte på flygande tefat" ("I don't believe in flying saucers")
• Det mystiska Marteboljuset (The mysterious Mars light)
• Kontakt av tredje graden (Close encounters of the third kind)
• "källa Harald T Wilkins" ("Source Harald T Wilkins")
• West Yorkshire + Beckenham
• East Yorkshire + Arundel
• Div "klipp" (Various "clips")
• UFO NYTT Information: The magazine is the member publication of Västerbergslagens UFO-förening, published 4 times a year, with a membership fee of 125 SEK per year.
• Contact Information: Västerbergslagens UFO Förening, Stimmerbovägen 43, 77790 Smedjebacken, Tel: 0240 79135, PG: 16099-4, Website: http://come.to/vbufo.
• Astronomy Article: Nybildade solsystem blåser omkull (Newly formed solar systems blown away): This article discusses new images from the Hubble telescope showing gas discs, on their way to forming planets, being blown away by light from hot, bright stars in the Orion Nebula. It suggests that solar systems might be rarer than previously thought, with up to 90% of gas and dust discs being destroyed before they can become actual solar systems.

• Page 3:
• FÖRORD (Foreword): The foreword by Gudrun Andersson reflects on the new year, the UFO phenomenon, and the advancements of UFO Sverige in investigation techniques, claiming they are ahead of other European countries and even the USA. It emphasizes the need for more active members and new forces to prevent the phenomenon from fading. The author recalls a significant UFO information meeting 30 years prior with Torvald Bertelssen in Grängesberg, which sparked a lifelong interest in the subject. The foreword concludes by stating that the UFO phenomenon can be anything, known or unknown, and that collective effort is needed to understand it.
• VÄDUREN (Aries): A horoscope section suggesting that the mysterious appeals to Aries this month, from UFOs to ancient teachings of foreign cultures.
• Vi anar det sjätte sinnet (We sense the sixth sense): An article reporting on a study by researchers at the University of British Columbia, Canada, suggesting that one in three people can sense when a change is about to happen, referred to as a "gut feeling." Ron Resnik from the university is quoted in the New Scientist magazine, advising people to trust their instincts.

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• RAPPORTER (Reports): This section begins with a report from an anonymous witness.
• UFO-VITTNE (UFO Witness): Anonymous.
• PLATS (Location): Jakobsberg, Järfälla, Sweden.
• TID (Time): August 1986, 11:35.
• VÄDER (Weather): Sunny.
• OBSTID (Observation time): 5-15 seconds.
• Berättelsen (The story): The witness was driving and stopped at a traffic light. Noticing something to the left, they saw three completely black triangular objects flying in a perfect formation. Two more objects were visible further to the left and higher up. The witness pointed them out to a female companion, who was confused. The objects were estimated to be 5-6 km away and were observed moving northwest at a leisurely pace, like a sports plane, before disappearing behind a forest. The witness felt a sense of emptiness, unable to explain what they saw. They confirmed with a former fighter pilot that there was no military air activity that day, and the pilot suggested it was likely a UFO.

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• Report Continuation: The witness asks if any Air Force planes could have this silhouette and perform such maneuvers, to which the answer is no. The pilot friend confirmed it was likely a UFO. The witness wants to report it as something unusual.
• Diagram: A hand-drawn diagram illustrating the sighting, showing the location relative to Mälaren, forest, Jakobsberg, and traffic lights.

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• Report 2:
• PLATS (Location): Road between Strängnäs and Enköping, Sweden.
• TID (Time): October 1984, 13:00-14:00.
• VÄDER (Weather): Rainy and gray.
• OBSTID (Observation time): 10-15 seconds.
• VITTNE (Witness): Anonymous.
• Berättelsen (The story): While driving, the witness and their son observed a gold-toned, CD-sized object with a glittering surface moving at the speed of a sports plane towards Stockholm. It disappeared behind a tall spruce tree and reappeared on the other side, accelerating sharply upwards into the clouds at a 45-degree angle. The son also saw the strange light.
• Report 3:
• TID (Time): December 1961-1962, approx. 20:00.
• PLATS (Location): Near Rumsele, Sollefteå, and Östersund, Sweden.
• VÄDER (Weather): Dry and clear.
• VITTNE (Witness): Anonymous.
• Berättelsen (The story): A group of youths saw an object flying in the sky that was larger than a full moon. It had a strange, dim light and seemed to bounce rather than fly smoothly. It was observed for 1-2 minutes before disappearing behind a forest, increasing its speed just before vanishing. Simultaneously, a power outage occurred in the area, confirmed by observing the lights going out in a nearby village. The witness mentions that there are other witnesses to this event.

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• Report 3 Continuation: The witness states that more witnesses have been found for this event.

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• Report 4:
• DATUM (Date): 1999 06 24.
• TID (Time): Unspecified.
• PLATS (Location): Östersund, Sweden.
• VITTNE (Witness): Anonymous.
• Vittnet säger (The witness says): Sitting on a balcony the day before midsummer, the witness saw something flashing in the sky resembling a plane but moving too fast and with the wrong color and shape. Upon fetching binoculars, the object appeared triangular. It hovered for a few minutes, then moved erratically like a fly on a window for 20-30 minutes. The witness notes that a SAS plane entered their field of vision as the object disappeared. UFO Sverige suggested it might have been a landing plane, but the witness disputes this, stating they would have seen it near Arlanda and that no plane could perform such maneuvers.
• Uppföljning (Follow-up): Under investigation.
• Handläggare (Handler): Gudrun Andersson.
• Report 5:
• DATUM (Date): 2003 12 28.
• TID (Time): 18:25.
• PLATS (Location): Orsa, Sweden.
• VITTNE (Witness): Dahlin-Zettergren.
• Berättelsen (The story): While riding an ATV in the forest, the witnesses saw a strong light near power lines. Initially thinking it was snowmobiles, they stopped to investigate and realized it was something else. They turned off their ATV's lights to get a better look. The light blinked and changed, and they wondered if someone was in distress. No sound was heard. The light moved in circles and often disappeared, making it pitch black as if a signal was being sent. The light reappeared, taking the form of a triangle or an inverted V, then three V's, surrounded by an aura. The witness describes it as "fantastically beautiful" and a special experience, glad they were not alone in witnessing it.
• Question: Can anyone explain this?

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• Report 5 Follow-up: Interesting report. Checked with forestry. Under investigation.
• Fältforskare (Field Researcher): Gudrun Andersson.
• Report 6:
• Datum (Date): 2004 01 07.
• TID (Time): 02:20.
• PLATS (Location): Örebro, Marieberg, Sweden.
• VITTNE (Witness): Sören Andersson.
• Sören berättar (Sören tells): While driving a truck between Borlänge and Hova, the witness saw a large, black object about 12 meters long, about 150-200 meters in front of the truck, near Marieberg. There were no lights or sounds. The weather was cloudy. The object was observed for about 1.5 minutes while the truck was traveling at 90 km/h. The witness is certain it was not a plane or helicopter and does not know what it could have been. It was nighttime with little traffic on the E6 highway.
• Diagram: A sketch showing the truck's path, the object (described as "helt svart" - completely black), and the road E6 near Örebro and Göteborg.
• Handläggare (Handler): Bengt Karlsson.
• Uppföljning (Follow-up): Under uppföljning (Under follow-up).

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• Report 7:
• Föreningen (The Association): The association is awaiting further reports. Several observations were received in the first days of the new year. UFO balloons are reportedly fashionable, but some reports have unusual shapes. They will return to these when received.
• Mångalen (Moonstruck): This article discusses the moon's influence on humans, drawing parallels to its effect on tides. The author describes experiencing insomnia and a surge of ideas during a full moon, making it difficult to sleep. The article touches on the moon's presence in culture (songs, films) and its symbolic representation.
• Märkligt ljus-fenomen (Strange light phenomenon):
• MORA: Many people have contacted the magazine regarding a strange light phenomenon observed over Mora at dusk on a Friday. A disc-shaped object shone intensely in the dark sky at sunset, described as very effective. One possible explanation offered is a cloud formation at high altitude illuminated by the setting sun.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of UFO-Nytt are UFO sightings, witness testimonies, and the investigation of these phenomena. The magazine appears to maintain an open stance towards the UFO phenomenon, presenting various reports and encouraging further investigation. There's an emphasis on the need for active participation and the importance of documenting these events. The editorial stance also seems to acknowledge the scientific aspect by including an astronomy article and discussing the potential influence of celestial bodies like the moon on human behavior, albeit in a more speculative manner.

The magazine also highlights the work of its field researchers and the Västerbergslagens UFO förening's role in collecting and disseminating these reports. The inclusion of witness accounts, some with detailed descriptions and diagrams, suggests a commitment to documenting firsthand experiences.

This issue of UFO Journal, dated June 2003, presents a collection of articles and witness accounts related to unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and related phenomena. The magazine features a mix of historical cases, recent sightings, and expert opinions, covering events from the 1940s to the early 2000s. The overall tone suggests an open-minded approach to investigating these unexplained occurrences.

Article 1: "FLYGVAPNET SÄGER: UFO ÄR VERKLIGHET." (The Air Force Says: UFOs Are Real.)

This article begins with a personal reflection from a Swedish flygofficer who believes in UFOs based on his experiences and credible reports. It highlights the existence of thousands of documents in the US National Archives proving the US military's belief in UFOs, citing top-secret notes from November 1948 detailing USAF involvement. A specific report from the US Air Force's European intelligence office mentions recurring sightings of flying saucers over Neubibergs airbase in Germany, observed for about 30 minutes periodically. The report emphasizes that these sightings are frequent enough from various locations to warrant investigation beyond current understanding. The article then shifts to a Swedish case where a technical expert observed an object that crashed or landed in a lake. The Swedish intelligence service sent a team of naval personnel to investigate, with USAFE officers present. Divers found a crater on the lake bed not marked on maps, which they believe was caused by a flying saucer. The article concludes by posing a question to the reader about their reactions.

Article 2: "FÖREMÅL SYNTES GÅ IN I ETT ANNAT FÖREMÅL I FRANKRIKE." (Object Seen Entering Another Object in France.)

This piece recounts an experience from Paul Harmans, a sailor from the Netherlands, in 1974. While his ship was in dry dock in Marseilles, France, he and seven crew members observed a shining light in the sky around 1:30 PM. The object, described as star-like with a diameter about a quarter of the full moon, hovered about 150 meters high, 1-2 km from the dry dock. It made no sound, ruling out a helicopter. After 30 minutes, a smaller light emerged from the city and slowly moved towards the larger one. The smaller light then merged into the larger one, which then shot upwards and disappeared. Harmans, initially unfamiliar with UFOs, became a believer after this event.

Article 3: "STORT KORSFORMAT FLYGANDE FÖREMÅL RAPPORTERAT I KANADA." (Large Cross-Shaped Flying Object Reported in Canada.)

This report details a sighting in Terrace, British Columbia, Canada, on April 8, 2003. Two witnesses observed a very large, dark, cross-shaped object flying low and silently over the Skeena River in the twilight. The object's body was longer than its wingspan, and its underside had six panels with colored lights. The sighting lasted about 10 seconds before the object was lost from view behind trees. The object was estimated to be the size of a 737 jet but lacked blinking lights. One witness, Brian, mentioned receiving a similar report the previous year.

Article 4: "RULLANDE FÖREMÅL RAPPORTERAT I KENTUCKY." (Rolling Object Reported in Kentucky.)

This article describes an incident in Louisville, USA, on May 11, 2003. A witness reported a strange object rolling overhead and changing directions. The object was dark-colored and appeared to have wing-like structures. It made no sound and seemed to be just under the cloud cover. The witness described it as yellow-covered and rolling multiple times before disappearing. The witness was unable to identify it, suggesting it might have been a large balloon caught by the wind.

Article 5: "Raketen slog ner i sjön med ett gigantiskt plask och försvann" (The Rocket Crashed into the Lake with a Giant Splash and Disappeared) - Part 1 of a 5-part series on UFOs.

This article, the first in a series, focuses on the 'ghost rocket' phenomenon in Sweden during the summer of 1946. Following World War II, as Europe was rebuilding, tensions between the USA and the Soviet Union were rising, leading to an arms race. The 'ghost rockets' appeared in hundreds, with thousands of people reporting sightings of rocket-like objects crossing the sky or crashing into lakes. The phenomenon peaked in July, with the Swedish Defense Staff receiving 300 reports in four days and a total of 997 by the end of the summer. The article details the experience of Knut Lindbäck, who witnessed a rocket-like object, about two meters long, crash into Lake Kölmjärv. The impact created a large water column. Military personnel, including Lieutenant Karl-Gösta Bartoll, investigated the site, using metal detectors and divers, but found no definitive evidence of a rocket, only a rusty gas generator. The military continued to investigate, even considering draining the lake, but the mystery of the 'ghost rockets' remained unsolved.

Article 6: "Raketen slog ner i sjön med ett gigantiskt plask och försvann" - Continued.

This continuation of the 'ghost rocket' article discusses the ongoing military interest and investigations. It mentions sabotage of military communication lines and concerns about eavesdropping. Karl-Gösta Bartoll speculates that the objects might have been Russian experimental weapons made of magnesium. Reports of ghost rockets decreased after 1946 but never completely stopped. Another sighting is mentioned near Backsjön, where a witness saw an elongated object descend towards the lake. Police and military were involved, with divers searching the lake, but the results were inconclusive. The article also touches upon a sighting east of Fagersta by Ove Ljunggren, who described a cigar-shaped object. The mystery of the ghost rockets, both old and new, remains unsolved.

Article 7: "Spökraketerna är fortfarande en gåta" (The Ghost Rockets Are Still a Mystery)

Clas Svahn, chairman of UFO-Sweden, has studied the ghost rocket material for nearly ten years and remains puzzled. He compares the phenomenon to the 'submarine violations' of the 1980s, noting that while submarine reports ceased, ghost rocket reports continue. He dismisses the idea that these were solely astronomical phenomena, stating that the reports meet UFO criteria: unexplained aerial phenomena. The article includes a humorous anecdote about a job interview for a night porter position.

Article 8: "Det mystiska Marteboljuset" (The Mysterious Marteboljuset)

This article describes a mysterious light phenomenon observed in the Martebo marsh area on Gotland, Sweden. Locals referred to it as 'lyktgubben' (will-o'-the-wisp). The phenomenon is linked to the disappearance of Knut Stare's five-year-old son in the area. The light is described as moving along a road towards Knutstorp, sometimes appearing as a bright, bluish light, and at other times redder and higher. People travel from afar to witness it. Katarina Höglund, granddaughter of Knut Stare, recounts her experience of seeing lights that turned out to be cars, but also a mysterious light that flew erratically and disappeared. She concludes that it was something inexplicable, possibly a type of ghost.

Article 9: "Jag tror inte på flygande tefat – men det finns mycket som inte går att förklara" (I Don't Believe in Flying Saucers – But There's Much That Can't Be Explained)

This interview with Clas Svahn, chairman of UFO-Sweden, explores his perspective on UFOs. While he doesn't believe in extraterrestrial visitation, he views UFOs as an unsolved mystery. He notes that a significant portion of the US population believes in extraterrestrial life and flying saucers, and a quarter of Swedes believe they have been visited. Svahn emphasizes that UFO-Sweden systematically investigates sightings, often collaborating with FOA (Swedish Defence Research Agency). He explains that many reports have natural explanations like ball lightning or meteor showers, but some remain unexplained. He also discusses 'contactee' experiences, comparing them to religious experiences and suggesting they relate to a person's inner life. Svahn shares a personal sighting of three strange objects with his wife, which remains unexplained.

Article 10: "KONTAKT AV TREDJE GRADEN." (Third Degree Contact.)

This article discusses the link between UFOs as scientific phenomena and religious objects, focusing on 'third degree contact' experiences. It references George Adamski's 1953 book 'Flying Saucers have Landed,' where he claimed to have traveled to Venus in a UFO. Adamski later changed his story to involve aliens from another solar system. The article then delves into alien abduction cases, starting with the 1961 Betty and Barney Hill incident, where the couple reported missing time and later, under hypnosis, described being taken aboard a craft. The article notes that such cases are rare outside the USA and often involve painful and degrading experiments, with aliens possibly seeking human DNA. It mentions the work of Harvard professor John E. Mack, whose book 'Abduction: Human Encounters with Aliens' explored these cases, suggesting that abductions might indeed have occurred, despite skepticism from colleagues. Mack conducted numerous hypnotic investigations, and while acknowledging the unreliability of hypnotic memories, he pointed to the stress and shock symptoms exhibited by abductees as evidence of traumatic events.

Article 11: "Icke UFO-troende forskare..." (Non-UFO-believing researchers...)

This section discusses how non-believing researchers, such as religious historians and psychologists, seek alternative explanations for UFO phenomena, attributing them to the human mind's ability to produce strange subjective experiences. It mentions that mental images of alien-like figures can be induced through brain stimulation. The article suggests that organizations like Intruders Foundation help abductees process their experiences, framing them within a UFO belief system. It implies that these experiences, while terrifying, can be given a grand and exciting meaning within this framework, transforming the victim into part of a social community.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of UFO Journal include the persistent mystery of unexplained aerial phenomena, the role of military investigations, the psychological impact of sightings and alleged abductions, and the enduring human fascination with the unknown. The magazine adopts an investigative stance, presenting witness accounts and expert opinions without necessarily endorsing any single theory. It highlights the difficulty in finding definitive explanations for many UFO events, leaving them as unresolved mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging readers to consider the possibility of phenomena beyond current scientific understanding, while also acknowledging the need for critical evaluation of evidence.

This issue of UFO-INFO, identified as issue number 20 and potentially from the year 2000, features a prominent cover story titled "Rysk laser räddar jorden" (Russian laser saves Earth). The magazine explores a range of topics related to UFO phenomena, ancient mysteries, and scientific concepts.

Ancient Accounts and Interpretations

The issue begins by examining the biblical account of Prophet Ezekiel's vision, as described in the book of Ezekiel. The magazine posits that this description, which details a 'vehicle' descending from the sky with a large cloud, flaming fire, and a shining object, could be interpreted as an ancient UFO sighting. The text details Ezekiel's description of the 'machine' and its occupants, likening them to beings with multiple faces and wings, and mentions a 'wheel' within a wheel, suggesting a complex craft.

Further into ancient history, the magazine discusses the Roman author Julius Obsequens and his compilation of 'Prodigiorum liber'. Several examples of unusual aerial phenomena reported in ancient Italy are presented, including ship-like objects seen in the sky over Italy in 216 BC, a flaming torch falling from the sky in Tarquinia in 99 BC, and a golden-yellow fireball in the Spoleto territory in 90 BC, which rotated, grew, and ascended into the sky.

Modern UFO Sightings

The publication also features contemporary UFO reports from the United Kingdom. A sighting in Beckenham on July 20, 1996, describes a shining sphere moving at incredible speed across the sky. In West Yorkshire on May 5, 1997, a dim red light was observed low on the horizon, with a dark, triangular shape visible around it. Another report from Arundel Park in October 1995 details the observation of a pulsating, red/orange, stationary object that emitted flashes of light, followed by a rapidly approaching elongated object.

Scientific and Technological Topics

Beyond UFO accounts, the magazine touches upon scientific and technological subjects. The cover story highlights the idea of a Russian laser system potentially saving Earth from an asteroid threat. Boris Kartogin, director of the Russian rocket producer Energomash, is quoted suggesting that powerful laser cannons could be used to prevent catastrophic asteroid impacts. The magazine also briefly mentions the possibility of using atomic bombs to alter an asteroid's trajectory.

Other scientific articles include a discussion on the formation of planets, with a new theory suggesting planets can form in the astronomically short time of 300 years. It also references the Voyager 1 probe as the furthest human-made object from Earth and mentions the distance to Alpha Centauri. The issue also includes a section on physics, contrasting Newton's immediate concept of gravity with Einstein's view of gravity as a curvature of spacetime.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of UFO-INFO revolve around the investigation of unexplained aerial phenomena, both in ancient historical accounts and modern sightings. There is a clear interest in exploring the possibility of extraterrestrial visitation and advanced technology, as evidenced by the interpretation of biblical texts and the discussion of potential space-based defense systems. The magazine also demonstrates an interest in broader scientific topics, including astronomy and physics, suggesting a holistic approach to understanding the unknown. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various accounts and theories for the reader to consider.