Ufologia - No 02 - Janvier-Fevrier 1976

Magazine Overview

Title: Ufologia
Issue: N°2
Date: January - February 1976
Publisher: Cercle Français de Recherches Ufologiques (CFRU)
Country: France
Language: French
ISSN: 0399-8274

This issue of Ufologia, a documentary and informational review, is dedicated to Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and related questions. It emphasizes its independence and reliance on subscribers and collaborators for its operation, aiming to provide objective information to the public. The magazine is produced by volunteers and seeks support to disseminate its findings.

Editorial: "Progressivité"

Francis Schaefer's editorial expresses gratitude for the positive reception of the previous issue and highlights the team's commitment to producing high-quality content. He stresses the importance of UFOlogy as a complex field requiring a multidisciplinary approach, moving beyond simple enigmas to uncover new mysteries. Schaefer advocates for an objective, scientific methodology, acknowledging the value of intuition and the need to explore all hypotheses. He references the televised program "Apostrophes" where arguments from Francis Mazière and Maurice Chatelain regarding archaeology and UFOs were presented, underscoring the impact of modern science on our understanding of the universe. The editorial concludes by emphasizing that the ambitious program of the magazine depends on reader support in 1976 and wishes readers a happy new year.

Symposium on Extraterrestrials

This section reports on a symposium held in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, organized by the Hermann Oberth Society. Specialists from Poland, the USA, and Germany discussed the possibility of extraterrestrial life, deeming it more than just possible, but highly probable. The symposium was partly motivated by the upcoming 1976 Viking mission to Mars, which was expected to provide answers to certain questions. Dr. Kurt Decus, former director of a US space center, suggested that definitive answers might still be some time away. The existence of habitable planets in other solar systems is considered a reality, with the possibility of life forms similar to humans developing under similar conditions. Dr. Horst Loe estimated that 6% of planets might be inhabited. Dr. Clgierd Wock from Warsaw University argued against dismissing other forms of life or thought. German scientific commentator Werner Luedeler supported radio-contact attempts with extraterrestrial intelligence but expressed skepticism about immediate success, citing the vast timescale of life's evolution on Earth. Professor Hermann Oberth, considered the "father of astronautics," was personally convinced of the presence of extraterrestrials and acknowledged the difficulties in establishing contact. He did not rule out the possibility of life forms on Jupiter or Saturn, and probability calculations suggested over 100 million inhabited worlds.

Mysteries in the Eastern Sky

This section details a significant increase in UFO observations in the eastern region of France during August 1975. The report, compiled from CFRU investigations, correspondent reports, and the press, lists several specific sightings:

• May 2, 1975: A red luminous point was observed in Tuying (Moselle), moving southwest and changing to orange before disappearing.
• May 3, 1975: An object resembling two parallel lines, emitting flashing white light, moved north-south from Folbachviller to Teting (Moselle).
• July 25, 1975: A red unidentified object flew over Phalsbourg-Diemeringen (Moselle), observed by multiple witnesses, and was later seen in Valmont.
• July 29, 1975: In St-Avold (Moselle), two dazzling objects moving north were followed by a red, blinking object that circled the town before departing northwest.
• August 4, 1975: In Flétrange (Moselle), four witnesses observed a double luminous phenomenon with two objects moving in irregular trajectories, one silent and the other humming.
• August 10, 1975: A formation of six lights, described as a "star formation," was seen at high altitude in Freyning (Moselle), moving at high speed.
• August 17, 1975: A bright, spherical object appeared above the highway in Freyning (Moselle), followed by a second object. They moved erratically and disappeared without noise.
• August 20, 1975: An orange, rectangular object was observed at low altitude in Hombourg-Haut / Sarreguemines (Moselle), moving slowly and disappearing to the west.
• August 26, 1975: In Mallevillers (Moselle), a red object moved at high speed. The following day, a similar red, rectangular, stationary object was seen.
• August 27, 1975: A luminous, red, non-defined object was observed in Flétrange (Moselle), moving at high speed and blinking, lasting about 15 seconds.
• September 11, 1975: In Freyming (Moselle), a red, rectangular, stationary object was observed.
• September 27, 1975: A triangular object with red and white lights flew over Freyning (Moselle) with a pronounced whistling sound.

Mysterious Disappearance of a Lumberjack

This case study from Heber, Arizona (USA), dated November 11, 1975, details the alleged abduction of a lumberjack, Travis Walton, by a piloted unidentified object. Six lumberjacks claimed that while returning from work, their truck was blocked by a plate-shaped object hovering above the road. Walton reportedly approached the object, was struck by a blue flash, and collapsed. When his colleagues returned after fleeing in panic, Walton had vanished. The sheriff treated the case as a "disappearance." The report notes that Professor Pesek of the Prague Academy of Sciences admits the existence of humanoids on numerous planets.

Mysterious Craft in the Alsatian Sky

Reported on November 6, 1975, in the Merxheim region (Haut-Rhin), France, several people observed a mysterious red, luminous spherical craft. A detailed account from a 10-year-old boy described the UFO landing near his house, featuring portholes, an antenna, and four retractable landing gear. Other residents also witnessed luminous phenomena.

Bibliographic Information

The issue includes a bibliography section, listing books for readers interested in further exploring the existence of life on other planets. Titles mentioned are "Milliards de Mondes Habités" by David C. Holmes, "La Vie dans l'Univers" by Michael W. Ovenden, and "Nous ne sommes pas seuls dans l'Univers" by Walter Sullivan.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Ufologia revolve around detailed reports of UFO sightings, particularly in the Moselle region of France, and the scientific investigation of these phenomena. The editorial stance is firmly rooted in a commitment to objective, scientific analysis, distinguishing itself from sensationalism and imposture. The magazine aims to provide comprehensive information, drawing on a network of international correspondents and encouraging reader participation. There is a clear emphasis on the multidisciplinary nature of ufology, integrating aspects of science, astronomy, and even archaeology to understand the complex problem of extraterrestrial phenomena. The publication positions itself as a serious, independent source of information for those seeking to understand the unexplained.

Title: UFOLOGIA
Issue: N°1
Volume: II
Date: July 17, 1975
Publisher: SECTION CFRU DE BORDEAUX
Country: France
Language: French

This issue of UFOLOGIA delves into various unexplained phenomena, from mysterious geographical anomalies to alleged encounters with unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and historical enigmas surrounding the Knights Templar.

Route Mystérieuse sur une Île Danoise

The magazine opens with an account of a peculiar "magical coast" discovered on the Danish island of DOPNHOLM, in the Baltic Sea. On the weekend of July 13, 1975, a motorist found his car rolling uphill with the engine off, as if pulled by an invisible force. This phenomenon attracted tourists, journalists, and curious onlookers. Newspapers published photos of people pushing their cars downhill, highlighting the paradox. While some suspect a hoax or an optical illusion, others reported experiencing tingling sensations or observing mysterious luminous flying objects in the sky. The article also recalls similar unexplained strandings on the shores of BORNHOLM, such as a large English and a Greek boat, previously linked to a mysterious magnetic field that disrupted compasses. Experts, including Professor SHARMA from the geographical institute of the University of COPHAGUE, planned to study the phenomenon.

A Propos du Monstre du Loch Ness

Sir Peter SCOTT, a British naturalist, expresses his belief that a colony of prehistoric creatures inhabits Loch Ness. He estimates there is enough food in the lake to sustain about a hundred 12-meter-long creatures, which would feed on salmon, trout, and eels. His assertion is based on underwater photographs taken by a British and American research team, with the latest prints being developed at NASA in HOUSTON.

Le Monstre du Loch Ness a été Photographie

On November 22, 1975, Dr. Robert GRIES, leading an American research team from the University of BOSTON, affirmed that the Loch Ness Monster exists and has been photographed. His team managed to capture a dozen photographs showing the creature's head and fins, estimating its length at over 10 meters. These photographs were scheduled for publication on December 9, 1975, at the opening of an international science conference in EDITOURG. Sir Peter SCOTT, who examined the photos, described them as "very interesting," noting the animal's strong resemblance to the plesiosaur, a marine reptile extinct for 70 million years.

Sphère Mystérieuse Découverte en Floride

A mysterious steel sphere, discovered by a resident of FORT GEORGE-ISLAND, Florida, has intrigued scientists. Weighing 10 kilograms and measuring about twenty centimeters in diameter, the sphere exhibits surprising behavior: when pushed, it moves to a certain point, turns on itself, returns to its starting position, and then moves in another direction. Scientists who examined the object for six hours noted that it emitted radio waves and was surrounded by a magnetic field.

Catalogue Général des Observations de la Gironde (II)

This section presents a continuation of a voluminous dossier on unidentified celestial phenomena observed in the Gironde region of France, compiled by the SECTION CFRU DE BORDEAUX. It provides a recap of previously treated cases and invites readers to submit any further sightings. The list includes numerous entries from 1947 to 1969, detailing dates, times, locations, and descriptions of observed objects, often described as luminous, spherical, cigar-shaped, or metallic, and exhibiting unusual movements and behaviors. Notable locations mentioned include BORDEAUX, ARCACHON, TALENCE, and ST-MACAIRE.

Specific UFO Sightings Cataloged:

• 1959 (date not specified): ST-MEDARD, France - A large, metallic "fuselage" observed immobile and silent.
• February 4, 1960: CAFOUT, France - An orange cigar-shaped object moving NW to NE.
• February 20, 1960: ST-LOUBES, France - A green-blue and red OVNI observed for a few seconds.
• September 1, 1960: PIERROTON, France - A luminous red spherical object with intensity variations.
• September 14, 1960: BLANICUEFORT, France - A red, silent spherical OVNI.
• December 9, 1960: FARGUES ST-HILAIRE, France - A blue-white, pumpkin-shaped object observed hovering.
• January 14, 1963: ARCACHON, France - A large, elongated bar-shaped OVNI emitting a luminous trail.
• May 15, 1963: PRES DE MAILLE, France - A saucer-shaped object observed near BERGERAC-BORDEAUX.
• November 22, 1963: BORDEAUX, France - A white cigar-shaped object moving E to WSW.
• July 24, 1965: BAYON, France - A pulsating light observed moving SSE.
• July 24, 1965: HOURTIN, France - A luminous red-orange object observed for 30 minutes.
• August 23, 1965: LE VIGEAN, France - A large red and white fireball-like object.
• August 23, 1965: BORDEAUX, France - A luminous OVNI above the SNCF line, causing the witness to fall from his bicycle.
• November 4, 1966: YVRAC, France - An oblong mass with two green lights crossing the road.
• November 13, 1966: BORDEAUX, France - A cigar-shaped luminous point with variable lights.
• February 6, 1967: BORDEAUX, France - A white elliptical OVNI moving at high speed.
• July 17, 1967: BORDEAUX, France - Four to five brilliant bodies moving rapidly at high altitude, leaving yellow and orange trails.
• December 15, 1967: BORDEAUX, France - A red light materializing and immobilizing.
• December 17, 1967: BORDEAUX, France - A reddish ball with a white trail.
• July 17, 1968: CISSAC, France - An elongated, red, glowing object moving and emitting flames.
• July 31, 1968: BORDEAUX, France - A red sphere disappearing in a spiral.
• August 19, 1968: BORDEAUX, France - A brilliant punctual object that detached a metallic object.
• August 19, 1968: EYSTIES, France - Similar to the previous observation, viewed through a telescope.
• October 3, 1968: BORDEAUX, France - A luminous object with two large yellow lights and blue-green lights.
• October 8, 1968: BORDEAUX, France - A large luminous cigar followed by a blue/green/orange trail.
• October 13, 1968: BORDEAUX, France - A white cloud-like object that condensed into a phosphorescent ball and disappeared.
• December 6, 1968: EYSTIES, France - An object similar to the August 19, 1968 sighting, observed through a telescope.
• January 31, 1969: BORDEAUX, France - An OVNI appeared in the NW at an estimated altitude of 1500 meters.
• April 9, 1969: EYSTIES, France - A punctual OVNI observed at 15° above the horizon.
• June 8, 1969: MAUBUISSON, France - A metallic object followed an airplane, immobilized, and then disappeared.
• August 7, 1969: PESSAC, France - A sphere of intense red light that disappeared and reappeared.
• August 7, 1969: RAUZAN, France - An OVNI in the shape of a glowing ball.
• August 8, 1969: CASTELVIEL, France - Three witnesses observed a red, blinking object resembling a satellite.

Des Particules Magnétiques Observées par des Savants Américains

An article from "The New York Times" dated August 15, 1975, reports on a group of American scientists who may have observed a particle fundamental to magnetism, known as a "magnetic monopole." This discovery, if confirmed, could be one of the most significant scientific events of the century, potentially revolutionizing industries, transportation, and medicine. The experiment, conducted using a balloon at 39,000 meters over IOWA, aimed to detect heavy particles in cosmic rays. The observed traces suggest the passage of a magnetic monopole, a concept first theorized by Jules-Henri POINCARE in 1895 and later calculated by P. DIRAC. The observed magnetic force was reportedly 137 times greater than that of an electron. The article highlights the rarity of this element and its potential for numerous applications.

Les Templiers

This section explores the history and mysteries of the Knights Templar. It traces their origins to TROYES in 1040 with the birth of RABBI SCHELEMO BEN ISAAC (RACHI), who founded an "initiatic" school. Through a "friend" of RACHI's descendants, HUGUES DE PAYINS learned of the legend of the GRAAL and the location of the "Ark of the Covenant" in the ruins of the Temple of SOLOMON in the Holy Land. Patronized by Saint-Bernard, Hugues de Payins, along with eight knights, founded the Order of the Temple, eventually traveling to Palestine to seek the Ark. The article suggests the Templars brought back a "treasure" to France, which they hid in a forest, creating a fortified area. This forest is described as a "Labyrinth," symbolizing the trials one must face to achieve enlightenment. The text also touches upon the alchemical significance of the forest and the potential connection of Jesus Christ to the Templars as their first Grand Master, citing the "Levitikon." The section concludes with a quote from Saint-Bernard emphasizing the wisdom found in nature over books.

Bibliographical Recommendations

The issue includes recommendations for further reading on topics such as the Templars, Chartres, and the secret of Jesus, as well as older works on the Temple and its architecture. It also lists French and Canadian UFO publications like "UFO-QUEBEC" and "REQUIEM."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFOLOGIA consistently explores the unexplained and the mysterious. It presents a blend of reported phenomena, scientific inquiry, and historical speculation. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation into subjects that challenge conventional understanding, ranging from localized geographical anomalies and alleged creature sightings to UFO phenomena and ancient esoteric orders like the Templars. The magazine actively encourages reader participation by soliciting reports of unexplained events and providing resources for further research.

This document is an issue of the publication CFRU, originating from the G.E.O.C.N.I. group, established in 1966. The cover prominently features the main themes: "objets volants non identifiés (o.v.n.i)" (unidentified flying objects), "astronautique" (astronautics), "archéologie" (archaeology), "parapsychologie" (parapsychology), and "phénomènes insolites..." (unusual phenomena).

Documentation Bibliographique

The primary content presented is a "DOCUMENTATION BIBLIOGRAPHIQUE" (Bibliographical Documentation). This section lists numerous books related to the aforementioned themes. Each entry includes the book title, author(s), and the publisher. The introductory text to this bibliography states that recommending a book for reading or ordering does not imply approval of all its terms, but rather that these works constitute excellent background documentation.

An important Avertissement (Warning) is issued: "Personne n'est autorisé à vendre des livres au nom du CFRUI" (No one is authorized to sell books in the name of CFRU). Readers are urged to report any attempts at abuse.

Key Books and Authors Listed:

The bibliography is extensive, featuring a wide range of titles and authors. Some notable entries include:

• Frank Edwards: "LES SOUCOUPES VOLANTES, AFFAIRE SERIEUSE" and "DU NOUVEAU SUR LES SOUCOUPES VLANTES".
• Henry Durrant: "LE LIVRE NOIR DES SOUCOUPES VOLANTES".
• Peter Kolosimo: "DES OMBRES SUR LES ETOILES", "ARCHEOLOGIE SPATIALE", "LA PLANETE INCONNUE", and "TERRE ENIGMATIQUE".
• Jacques Vallée: "LES PHENOMENES INSOLITES DE L'ESPACE" and "LE COLLEGE INVISIBLE".
• A. Michel & G. Lehr: "POUR OU CONTRE LES SOUCOUPES VOLANTES".
• Paul Misraki: "DES SIGNES DANS LE CIEL" and "PLAIDOYER POUR L'EXTRAORDINAIRE".
• Erich Von Däniken: "RETOUR AUX ETOILES" and "PRESENCE DES EXTRATERRESTRES".
• Charles Fort: "LE LIVRE DES DAMNES".
• Jean Sendy: "LES CAHIERS DE COURS DE MOISE", "LES DIEUX NOUS SONT NES", "LA LUNE, CLE DE LA BIBLE", "NOUS AUTRES, GENS DU MOYEN-AGE", "CES DIEUX QUI FIRENT LE CIEL ET LA TERRE", and "L'ERE DU VERSEAU".
• J. Bergier: "LES EXTRATERRESTRES DANS L'HISTOIRE".
• Vincent Gaddis: "LES VRAIS MYSTERES DE LA MER".
• Robert Tocquet: "LES POUVOIRS SECRETS DE L'HOMME" and "LES MYSTERES DU SURNATUREL".

Other authors mentioned include Michel Carrouges, J. Allen Hynek, Walter Sullivan, Gilbert A. Bourquin, F. Lagarde, JC. Bourret, Biraud, Ribes, Charles Garreau, A. Ribera, Jacques Pottier, David C. Holmes, Guy Tarade, E. Losfeld, Patrice Gaston, S. Ostrander, Francis Mazière, Leo Talamonti, Camille Flammarion, and R. Ambelain.

Publishers listed include R. LAFFONT, A. MICHEL, Table Ronde, DENOEL, B. LEVRAULT, PLANETE, LABERGERIE, J'AI LU, F'AYARD, BELFOND, ROBERT, ALBATROS, FRANCE-EMPIRE, MAME, POMAIRE-BARCELO, DE VECCHI, DARGAUD, E. LOSFELD, JULLIARD, GRASSET, and CULTURE, A.L.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes are clearly UFOs, astronautics, archaeology, parapsychology, and unusual phenomena. The editorial stance, as indicated by the introductory note to the bibliography, is to provide documentation and resources for readers interested in these subjects, without necessarily endorsing every viewpoint presented in the cited works. The emphasis is on providing a comprehensive list of relevant literature for further study and research, coupled with a strong directive against unauthorized commercialization of the publication's name.