Ufoanamnese - No 25 - 2013

Magazine Overview

Title: O UFOANAMNESE
Issue: No. 25
Volume: Ano 4º
Date: January 2013
Publisher: TucoKpax Observação Remota Lunar
Country: Brazil
Language: Portuguese

This issue of "O UFOANAMNESE" begins with an editorial from the editor, Arthur Orion, expressing a commitment to bringing UFO facts to light in the new year. The magazine then delves into several articles focusing on ancient knowledge, modern discoveries, and specific UFO encounters.

The Mysterious Past Revealed by the Sumerians

This section, excerpted from Jan Val Ellam's book "Fator Extraterrestre," explores the astonishing fact that ancient Sumerians possessed knowledge of planets like Uranus and Neptune, which were only discovered in the 20th century. The text highlights Sumerian records found on Mesopotamian tablets, particularly those analyzed by George Smith from the British Museum, which indicated an ancient Akkadian text predating the biblical creation story. The article emphasizes that the Sumerians' knowledge of Neptune's blue-green color was confirmed by the Voyager 2 probe in 1989, and their understanding of Uranus's composition (aqueous rather than purely gaseous) was revealed by Voyager 2 in 1986. The Sumerians attributed this knowledge to "beings from outside," a concept that challenges conventional historical paradigms. The author questions the scientific community's reluctance to accept these findings and the nature of historical truth.

Arthur C. Clarke and the Bushes of Mars

This article profiles Arthur C. Clarke, a renowned science fiction author and futurist, known for his contributions to satellite communication theory and his prescient predictions. It mentions his friendship with Isaac Asimov and their "Asimov-Clarke agreement." The piece highlights Clarke's article "Extraterrestrials Relays" (1945) which laid the groundwork for communication satellites and the "Clarke Orbit." It also lists his other predictions, including the contraceptive pill and handheld communication devices. The article then focuses on Clarke's controversial statement in 2001, based on images from the Mars Global Surveyor, that he saw "vegetation" on Mars. In an interview with "Popular Science," Clarke expressed confidence in this observation, stating that if vegetation exists, other life forms are probable. He acknowledged the caution of experts but remained passionate about the discovery of extraterrestrial life, calling it "the most important thing."

Irrefutable Proofs that there is much more about Mars than one thinks

This section presents a photograph taken by the NASA Curiosity rover on Mars (Sol 2, August 8, 2012). The article points out two non-natural marks on the ground in the image, suggesting they are not wind-related and could indicate a landing or departure point. The author notes that NASA published the photo without explanation and questions why such resources would be used for a photo that seems to imply more than meets the eye, hinting at irrefutable proof of significant activity on Mars.

Encounter in Vila Santina

This article recounts a personal contact experience in Italy on August 14, 1947. Artist Repuzzi L. Johannis was painting in Vila Santina when he observed a disk-shaped object land nearby. He saw two small humanoids, about one meter tall, wearing dark blue military-style jumpsuits with red trim. They wore helmets that covered their heads, leaving only their faces visible, which were described as brown with small green irises. The humanoids had no facial hair, and their noses were straight and long, with a "V"-shaped detail. Their mouths appeared as inverted "V" slits. When Johannis called out, one of the beings used an object from its belt to emit a paralyzing smoke, causing him to fall. The beings then approached, took his paintbrush, and Johannis observed their eight-fingered green hands. After the beings re-entered the object, it took off and disappeared.

The Encounter of Mário Restier

This account details an encounter on December 4, 1949, involving Mário Restier near Barra Mansa, Brazil. While returning from his father's farm, Restier observed a disk-shaped object land nearby. A voice then spoke to him, saying, "Don't be afraid... Do you want to know what it is about? We know you believe in us." A hatch opened, and two beings, approximately 1.65m tall, invited him inside. They wore Roman-style skirts and caps. Restier asked if they believed in God, to which they replied, "God is one!" He entered the craft and was led through corridors with screens displaying data. The beings offered him a journey, and after his agreement, he was placed in a bath filled with a liquid that hydrated and nourished the body, eliminating acceleration problems, with only his face exposed. Restier fell asleep and awoke later, informed they were arriving. He was removed from the bath, and his body and clothes were dried. He was given a uniform similar to the crew's. Looking out, he saw a hangar with other disks. The beings he was with appeared "disconnected" on a sofa. Other people entered and directed him to a museum where he saw a screen displaying images of humanity's nature, ambitions, and violence. After a few hours, he was returned to the ship, his clothes were given back, and he was placed in the bath again. Upon waking, he was taken back to where he boarded. His father was concerned about his disappearance, and Restier realized it was April 14, 1950, with a four-month gap in his memory. The case is detailed in the "Boletim da Sociedade Brasileira de Estudos de Discos Voadores."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of ancient civilizations and advanced knowledge, particularly concerning astronomy and extraterrestrial contact. It champions the idea that historical records and anecdotal accounts hold valuable, often overlooked, truths that challenge mainstream scientific and historical narratives. The editorial stance appears to be one of advocating for open-mindedness, critical examination of evidence, and the pursuit of a broader understanding of humanity's place in the cosmos, often by re-examining ancient texts and modern UFO phenomena.