Ufology News - No 06 - February March 2012

Magazine Overview

Title: НОВОСТИ УФОЛОГИИ (Ufology News)
Issue: #6
Date: February - March 2012
Publisher: Исследовательского Центра EIBC (Research Center EIBC)
Country: Russia
Language: Russian

Interview with Andrey Sklyarov

The main feature of this issue is an interview with Andrey Sklyarov, a writer, director, traveler, and researcher. Sklyarov is the director of the 'III Millennium' Science Development Fund and the creator of the 'Laboratory of Alternative History' internet project, described as the world's largest online resource on ancient mysteries. He is also known for his documentary films on 'Forbidden Topics of History' and books on ancient history, philosophy, and geophysics.

Sklyarov recounts how his interest in history developed late, initially finding it boring due to rote memorization. His early passion was for space, leading him to study aerospace engineering at the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology. His interest in the spiritual and esoteric aspects of life grew during the period of 'perestroika' and 'glasnost' in the USSR, which challenged the materialistic Marxist-Leninist doctrine.

He explains that reading ancient legends and myths gave him the distinct impression that they were not mere fabrications but descriptions of real events that contradicted the established historical narrative. His research, comparing these legends with data from various sciences, increasingly supported 'alternative' historical versions.

Sklyarov's interest led him to visit ancient sites firsthand. In 2004, he participated in a research expedition to Egypt. He found that much of the information in 'alternative' literature was based on rumors and fabrications, but also discovered much that was not documented at all. He observed that ancient structures, particularly the pyramids, were not tombs but technical devices built with technologies far superior to those of the ancient Egyptians, evidenced by tool marks indicating advanced machine production.

He argues that the evidence points to a highly advanced civilization existing on Earth previously, one that surpassed modern civilization in its development. His current research focuses on understanding this civilization, its knowledge, and its technologies, viewing this as a task for the present and future.

Sklyarov explains his preference for the 'paleocontact' version of history over the 'Atlantis' theory. He notes that Atlantis was popularized by Plato, who wrote it as a form of science fiction based on ancient legends. Sklyarov sees evidence of advanced civilizations across multiple continents, not confined to a single island. He also presents two key arguments against the Atlantis theory:

1. Waste Products: Any advanced civilization, especially one that experienced a cataclysm like Atlantis, would leave behind a significant amount of 'trash' (everything from simple tools to complex machinery). However, such extensive evidence of manufacturing waste is not found.
2. Manufacturing Base: The presence of tool marks on ancient structures indicates the use of manufacturing tools, but there is no evidence of the production base for these tools. This suggests that the manufacturing facilities were located *off-planet*, implying an extraterrestrial civilization.

He also mentions the concept of 'universal material' like stone, used in megalithic structures, which aligns with the idea of using local resources, a strategy an off-world civilization might employ.

Finally, Sklyarov points to ancient legends consistently referring to 'sky gods,' which he interprets as 'witness testimonies' of visitors from extraterrestrial civilizations. He believes these beings haven't left but have changed their tactics and strategy, moving away from direct presence and control.

Sklyarov confirms his belief in UFOs, having witnessed them twice himself. He shares an anecdote where his brother, after witnessing UFOs, stated he now believed in them, to which Sklyarov replied, "Worse. Now you don't believe. Now you KNOW."

Regarding why conservative historians resist acknowledging these facts, Sklyarov suggests several reasons: some may have built careers and obtained wealth based on an erroneous historical version; others may fear the implications of alien intervention; and some may simply prefer the status quo.

To effect change, Sklyarov advises focusing on one's own work and producing constructive, objective results rather than engaging in fruitless debates. He believes that outdated doctrines die with their proponents, a natural law of societal consciousness.

Other Content

Online Resources and Forums

The magazine addresses the issue of 'trolls' on forums and websites, suggesting that they are often bored individuals with no constructive purpose. The article advocates for using 'dictatorial methods' to protect forums, citing the example of the forum http://forum.lah.ru, which employs administrators and moderators to filter out such individuals.

It is suggested that 'conservative' historians lack understanding of mathematics, logic, and geology due to a flawed educational system that prioritizes 'worship of authorities,' rote learning of 'established truths,' and fitting facts into preconceived schemes. The emphasis is on theory over facts, and critical thinking and innovation are not encouraged.

Degradation of Reason

Andrey Bobylev writes about a perceived degradation of reason, particularly among young people, who often comment on articles without reading them, offering superficial opinions. He quotes Vit Tsenev, who suggests that modern humans have accepted being treated as 'idiots,' requiring simplified explanations and visual aids.

Announcements and Events

Several upcoming ufology-related events are announced:

• UFO Paranormal Summit: June 16-17, Sacramento, California.
• UFO Con: September 15-16, Santa Clara, California.
• Wake Up Now Conference: August 10-12, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
• International Operation 'Suricate': A sky monitoring operation on June 30th.

Additionally, the magazine lists numerous lectures and presentations on topics like ancient civilizations, Atlantis, and UFOs, organized by various Russian and international groups.

Research and Publications

• The magazine announces the availability of protocols from the 'ZOND' Unit's 2011 meetings, containing information on studying anomalous phenomena.
• A new article by A.V. Arkhipov, "Prehistoric Realities on Ancient Maps," is highlighted, suggesting that ancient maps contain information inconsistent with modern geography but correlating with Pleistocene paleogeography.
• The publication of rare bulletins from the Ukrainian Ufological Association (UKUFAS) and the Ukrainian Commission for Anomalistics (UKPA) from the early 1990s is announced.
• The issue of the 'Phobos-Grunt' mission failure is discussed, with various experts offering their opinions.
• A new article from the 'ZOND' Center on measuring the boundaries of a source field using a biolocational method is made available.

Specific News Items

• A report on a 'helium UFO' fake is presented, explaining how it can be easily created.
• Journalists from NTV filmed a 'bright, moving light in the dark over the forest' in the Chelyabinsk region, with a follow-up investigation into 'burning hares' (likely a colloquial term for the lights).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes alternative historical narratives, emphasizing the possibility of advanced ancient civilizations and extraterrestrial influence (paleocontact). It highlights research that challenges mainstream historical and scientific consensus. The editorial stance appears to be in favor of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena and a critical view of established doctrines, encouraging independent research and the sharing of findings through conferences and online platforms. There is a strong emphasis on the work of researchers like Andrey Sklyarov and organizations dedicated to exploring these alternative theories.

This issue of "Anomaliya" magazine, identified as issue #9 and part of volume 5-6, with a cover date of February 6-19, 1995, focuses on UFOs, alleged extraterrestrial contact, and related phenomena. The magazine includes a mix of investigative reports, archival material, and discussions on current events within the UFO community.

Key Articles and Reports

"President of the USA has repeatedly met with aliens," claims Timothy Good

This section details sensational claims made by ufologist and writer Timothy Good, a former consultant to the US government. According to Good, major world governments have been in close contact with extraterrestrials for decades. Specifically, he asserts that the 34th US President, Dwight D. Eisenhower, met with aliens three times in 1954 at US Air Force bases in New Mexico. Good also stated that thousands of people worldwide have had official and unofficial contact with aliens. This conspiracy theory is noted as being popular in the West. The article also references a 2010 statement by former New Hampshire Congressman Henry McElroy, who claimed to have seen a secret document intended for Eisenhower, suggesting that extraterrestrial visitors were arriving and the president might meet them. McElroy reportedly stated that the document indicated no cause for alarm, as the visitors would not cause harm.

Refutation from Mikhail Gershtein: "Mid Lane, Eisenhower and the Ships of Ephiria"

This section presents a counter-argument or clarification regarding the alleged Eisenhower UFO encounters, attributed to Mikhail Gershtein. It revisits the story of ufologist Tim Good's claims and the old tale of UFO contacts with President Eisenhower at a US airbase. The narrative traces back to the late 1960s when Bob Gribble of APRG published a letter from occultist Gerald Light (also known as 'Dr. Kappa'). This letter was addressed to another occultist, Mead Lane, and bore the handwritten note "Received 16.04.54." The events described supposedly took place at the Murok Air Force Base (now Edwards) in California. The letter, purportedly from Mead Lane, describes a visit to Murok with Franklin Allen of the Hearst newspaper syndicate, Edwin Nourse of the Brookings Institute, and Archbishop McIntyre of Los Angeles. After undergoing security checks, the author claims to have experienced a profound sense of impending doom. The letter details seeing five different types of flying craft, being studied and operated by US Air Force officers with the permission of 'Ephirians.' The author expresses awe and a sense of historical significance, believing Eisenhower would address the nation about this. The letter suggests a profound mental and spiritual shock for scientists and authorities. The author also reflects on his own journey into metaphysics and his understanding of dematerialization and the free flow of ethereal or spiritual bodies. He concludes by stating he will never forget the forty-eight hours spent at Murok.

The article then points out discrepancies with the individuals mentioned in Light's letter. Franklin Allen was 80 years old in 1954 and no longer working as a journalist. Edwin Nourse (1883-1974) was an economic advisor to Truman, not someone typically involved in first contact scenarios. James Francis McIntyre, the Bishop of Los Angeles, was the only one of the three who was active in 1954, raising the question of why a clergyman would be involved in a meeting with aliens. The article questions why Lane would archive such a significant confirmation of the 'ethereal ship' theory, only for the letter to surface after his death. It suggests that the occult nature of the group involved and the content of the letter make it suspect, with few ufologists taking it seriously today. Gerald Light is described as a mystic who believed in 'astral projection' as a natural extension of life. The article posits that Light's supposed visit to Edwards Air Force Base was likely an astral projection, and he misinterpreted his experiences as reality. Other versions of his story that have recently emerged are also dismissed as fabrications.

Other Sections and Information

• Recommended Literature: The article lists recommended books, including works by M. Gershtein and S. Tsebakovsky.
• Sergey Petrov's Articles: Three articles by Sergey Petrov are available online, focusing on debunking UFO myths, time travel, and group UFO sightings in Crimea.
• Readings in St. Petersburg: An event organized by 'Anomaliya' magazine, RGO, and OONIO 'Kosmopoisk' is announced, featuring reports on topics such as underground cities, extraterrestrial civilizations, and anomalous phenomena.
• LAI Expedition Report: An announcement about an updated expedition report from the LAI to Egypt in December 2011, focusing on international status and the study of previously overlooked locations.
• Petition for Disclosure 2 - The Rockefeller Initiative: This section details a petition launched on the White House website demanding an investigation into UFO/ET disclosure efforts during the Clinton administration, referred to as the Rockefeller Initiative. It mentions that billionaire Laurance Rockefeller showed interest in the topic during Bill Clinton's presidency. The petition lists key figures who allegedly knew about the initiative, including Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, John Podesta, Leon Panetta, Al Gore, and Bill Richardson. It also provides links to supporting documents and notes the petition's goal of gathering 25,000 signatures.
• Anonymous Commentary: An anonymous comment suggests that UFO enthusiasts are chasing illusions for emotional satisfaction and that extraterrestrials have their own agendas, implying that direct contact is naive.
• GEIPAN Documentation: A new package of documentation from the French Space Agency's GEIPAN commission is announced, covering unidentified cases with high-quality data.
• EIBC Expedition Group Protocols: Several protocols from EIBC expeditionary-search groups in various Ukrainian cities (Rovno, Kharkiv, Lviv) are made available online, detailing investigations into UFOs, anomalous phenomena, and alleged extraterrestrial encounters.
• Films by Sergey Shpakovsky: Announcements for two film series translated by Sergey Shpakovsky: "Niched Spheres" (about mysterious spheres of unknown origin) and "Rewriting History" (focusing on megalithic structures and ancient technologies).
• RGO and Kosmopoisk Report: A video report on "Prospects in the Study of the UFO Phenomenon and the Construction of Such Apparatuses" by V. Chernoborov is available for download.
• NASA Drones: A video showcasing NASA's Dryden Flight Research Center's drones, including Global Hawk, Ikhana, X-36, X-48B, and X-45A, is mentioned.
• SETI Live Project: An appeal for public assistance in processing data from the Allen Telescope Array is made, with the launch of the SETI Live website (setilive.org) for volunteers to help sort data that computers might overlook.
• Barry Goldwater's Letters: A collection of letters from US Senator Barry Goldwater, including correspondence with UFO researchers like James McDonald and Don Berliner, is available for download.
• Viral Marketing Hoax: An article details how a video allegedly showing an unknown flying object, posted by Stephen Hannard of the 'Alien Disclosure Group,' went viral on YouTube. The video was later exposed as a hoax created by the company 'OONDYLA,' which specializes in viral marketing.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of UFO sightings, alleged alien contact, government secrecy, and conspiracy theories. The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting various claims and evidence, including purported documents and witness accounts, while also offering skeptical analyses and debunking efforts, as seen in the refutation of the Eisenhower story and the exposure of the OONDYLA hoax. There is a clear interest in archival materials and ongoing investigations into anomalous phenomena, as evidenced by the numerous reports on expedition protocols and research group activities.

This document appears to be a scanned issue of a magazine or journal, containing a mix of scientific articles, film reviews, and historical accounts. The content spans topics from psychological experiments related to space travel to archaeological investigations and film synopses.

Articles and Content

Materials by A. Mykolyhyn

This section lists materials by A. Mykolyhyn, including:
1. A systematic abstract-associative analysis – a preliminary report.
Test kit: "Point of Support 1", "Point of Support 2", "Non-existent Creature 1".

Materials by I. Kalytyuk

This section lists materials by I. Kalytyuk, including:
1. An example of systematic abstract-associative analysis.
2. Why is it important to have information from first-hand sources?
3. My strange visions.

Film: "Island on the Edge of the World" translated by Sergey Shpakovsky

This section announces the second series of "Island on the Edge of the World" from the "Enchanted Planet" film cycle by H.H. Benitos, translated by Sergey Shpakovsky. It is dedicated to the Moai on Easter Island (Rapa Nui).

Links are provided to download the film and to view other films translated by Sergey Shpakovsky, as well as his official website.

"What are a person's chances of withstanding an interplanetary flight?" (updated)

This article details a secret experiment conducted from 1967-1968 at the Institute of Biomedical Problems. Three individuals lived for a year in a confined, specially constructed laboratory to simulate a piloted flight to Mars. The primary goal was to study the psychological effects of long-term isolation on cosmonauts. The results indicated that the test subjects, though with difficulty, overcame stress, experienced constant conflicts, and some developed hallucinations. The article recommends watching the documentary film by Roscosmos TV studio, "To See Mars and Not Go Crazy."

Participants in the Film

• The following individuals are listed as participants in the film:
• Boris Adamovich, Academician of MAA, technical supervisor of the experiment (1967-1968).
• Andrey Bozhko, biologist-test subject (1967-1968).
• German Manovtsev, physician-test subject (1967-1968).
• Boris Ulybyshev, engineer-test subject (1967-1968).
• Violetta Gorodinskaya, observation point operator (1967-1968).
• Olga Shevchenko, senior researcher at the Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences.
• Igor Pestov, chairman of the commission on biomedical ethics of the State Research Center of the Russian Federation - Institute of Biomedical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences.
• Vladimir Surdin, candidate of physical and mathematical sciences, senior researcher at the Sternberg Astronomical Institute.
• Anatoly Perminov, head of the Federal Space Agency.
• Georgy Grechko, pilot-cosmonaut, twice Hero of the Soviet Union.
• Valery Polyakov, pilot-cosmonaut, Hero of the Soviet Union, Hero of Russia.
• Sergey Ryazansky, cosmonaut-researcher.
• Fyodor Yurchikhin, pilot-cosmonaut, Hero of Russia.
• The group of test subjects for the "Mars-500" experiment.

More detailed information about the experiment can be found in the book by A.N. Bozhko and V.S. Gorodinskaya, "A Year in the 'Starship'," published in 1975.

"Excursion into History"

This section is dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the SAAM project.

#### Radioastronomy Institute of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine in the study of archaeological objects on the Moon

This article discusses the SAAM project (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence on the nearest celestial body), noting its continued relevance and scientific backing from the SETI Center. It mentions support from figures like Arthur C. Clarke, Carl Sagan, and I.S. Shklovsky. The article highlights A.V. Arkhipov from Kharkiv as one of the few researchers dedicated to this field. It then presents a report by A.V. Arkhipov for the readers' consideration.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue touches upon themes of space exploration, the psychological challenges of long-duration space missions, and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. There is a clear interest in scientific research, historical experiments, and documentary filmmaking related to space. The inclusion of both Soviet-era space program elements and modern scientific endeavors suggests a broad scope within the field of space and science journalism. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting scientific inquiry and exploring the frontiers of human knowledge, particularly in the context of space and potential extraterrestrial life.