UFOmania - No 08 - 1995 03

Magazine Overview

Title: Ufomania
Issue: N° 8
Date: March 1995
Price: 15 FF
ISSN: 1284-5112
Publisher: UFOMANIA
Country: France
Language: French

Ufomania is a non-periodical bulletin of ufological information dedicated to readers passionate about the UFO phenomenon and its related mysteries. Its primary objective is to present an independent overview of research conducted in recent months, based on reliable testimonies and articles.

Editorial: The Roswell Affair and Beyond

Didier GOMEZ, in his editorial, revisits the Roswell incident, highlighting its symbolic importance and questioning the widely accepted extraterrestrial explanation. He suggests that the event might not have been a simple accident but a carefully orchestrated event, possibly by the American military, to understand what UFOs were or were not. While acknowledging the detailed testimonies regarding humanoid bodies and debris, GOMEZ expresses dissatisfaction with the extraterrestrial hypothesis (HE.T) as the sole explanation. He posits that the phenomenon's evolution is tied to human technological progress and that different countries experience UFO waves with varying contexts and behaviors, but a common underlying goal. He speculates that the Roswell incident might serve to introduce the concept of extraterrestrials and warn humanity about its own future dangers. GOMEZ concludes by posing the question of whether the HE.T hypothesis truly reflects the reality of strange observations since 1947, emphasizing that an hypothesis remains valid until proven otherwise.

Articles

The Humanoids of the Roswell Crash

This section features an article by Dib Firoud, who focuses his research on Roswell. He shares information received from a subscriber, Dib Firoud, and discusses the nature of the alleged humanoids from the Roswell crash. Firoud criticizes the descriptions provided in a book by Kevin D. Randle and Donald R. Schmitt, calling them 'aberrations' and 'false information' possibly influenced by intelligence agencies. He details the physical characteristics described by witnesses: modest size (approx. 1.25m), slender build, large head, deep-set almond-shaped eyes without pupils, no visible ears or nose, small mouth, slight downy hair, reptilian-like skin, short neck, long arms, hands with four fingers and no opposable thumb, and short legs. Firoud notes the absence of sexual organs, esophagus, or a recognizable digestive system, and the presence of a colorless liquid instead of red blood. He also points out the lack of bloodstains or broken bones on the alleged bodies, suggesting they were not from a conventional aircraft that would have exploded and burned. He dismisses the weather balloon hypothesis and questions why the US military waited 47 years to release information about the Mogul balloon.

Firoud further discusses the 'combination' worn by these beings, described as a one-piece, skin-tight, dark grey garment with no fasteners or decorations. He suggests the beings might be artificial, biological robots created through cloning for specific tasks, manipulated by a 'SUPRA TERRESTRE' intelligence that controls UFO phenomena. He believes the Roswell crash was a staged event to deceive military authorities and potentially averted a third world war by providing a coded message to humanity.

E.T. on the Côte d'Azur

This article, sourced from Içi Paris Magazine, explores the unusual phenomena reported in the Côte d'Azur region of France, particularly around the Col de Vence and the Plateau de la Moulière. The area is described as a 'pole of attraction' for UFOs, with some suggesting a connection to the Knights Templar. The article recounts a terrifying experience of researcher Pierre BEAKE and his colleagues, who witnessed large stones falling from the sky without apparent cause. These stones, some the size of a small melon, landed near them without impact, and later, large tree branches were seen to be violently tossed and twisted as if by a typhoon, despite the absence of wind. Nearby, a restaurant owner reported his lights turning on and off by themselves and his television becoming unusable. His parasols were also seen to lift off the ground and float.

The article also mentions the discovery of various unidentified flying objects on tourist films taken in the region, suggesting that film can capture phenomena that the human eye misses. One Polaroid photo, authenticated by specialists, reportedly shows a 'mysterious door' opening in the sky, possibly leading to another space-time.

Enquête à Lunay (41)

This section details an investigation conducted by Thierry Garnier of CEOF and Ufomania correspondent into sightings in Lunay (41), France, on October 8, 1994. George Robert, the primary witness, along with his mother, nephew, and other witnesses (Jeanne Leroy, Raymond Legeay, Didier Legeay, Leon Anglais), reported seeing red, oval-shaped objects with unusual luminosity. George Robert initially counted two such objects, while his nephew saw four. These objects were described as large, moving slowly, and making no noise. Their trajectory was sometimes horizontal and sometimes vertical, descending behind woods and then ascending again. The luminosity of the objects varied, and Robert speculated they might be landing in a nearby clearing. He reported the sighting to the gendarmerie.

Didier Legeay and his son also reported seeing two very large, red spheres close to each other at low altitude above a wood. They described the objects as almost fixed but possibly moving, and one sphere later disappeared behind the wood. Mr. F. Langlais reported seeing a large, red, oval object parked above a tree, which did not move for several minutes.

A follow-up investigation by Mr. George at the reported landing site found no trace of an anomaly, radiation, or magnetic remanence. Conversations with Mme Leroy revealed that another farmer, Mr. Pleuvry, had also witnessed a similar phenomenon. A strange luminous event was also reported at Mme Leroy's home one night in August, where intense yellow light illuminated her house. The gendarmerie's investigation suggested fireworks as the cause of the incidents in Lunay.

Other Content

Subscription Information: Details are provided for subscription rates to Ufomania for France (60 FF for 4 issues), Europe (80 FF), and other countries (100 FF, international money order only). Payment should be made by check or money order to Mr. Didier Gomez.

Bookstore: Golden Books is advertised as a source for a wide selection of books on UFOs and extraterrestrials, including works in English, located at 03 rue Larochelle, 75014 Paris.

BANQUE OVNI: Contact information is provided for BANQUE OVNI, a ufological data bank, for reporting observations and submitting articles. They also provide a phone number for 'BANQUE-OVNI' for witness contacts.

Book Advertisement: A 516-page book titled 'OVNI-CONTACT' is advertised, detailing over 400 UFO sightings in France on November 5, 1990, suggesting an organized extraterrestrial attempt to contact humanity.

Incident List: A chronological list of UFO incidents from January 3 to February 12, 1995, is presented, including dates, locations (cities and countries), and brief descriptions of sightings, such as triangles, spheres, and luminous objects, along with associated phenomena like power outages.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Ufomania revolve around the investigation of UFO phenomena, with a particular focus on the Roswell incident and its implications. The magazine appears to adopt a critical and analytical stance, questioning conventional explanations and encouraging independent research. There is a strong emphasis on witness testimonies and the collection of data, as evidenced by the 'BANQUE OVNI' section and the detailed incident reports. The extraterrestrial hypothesis is explored but also challenged, with suggestions of more complex or artificial origins for some phenomena. The issue also highlights the global nature of UFO sightings, with reports from France, Belgium, and Europe. The editorial stance seems to be one of open inquiry, seeking to present a balanced view of the evidence and encourage readers to engage critically with the subject matter.

This issue of Ufomania, titled "UNE NOUVELLE FORME DE CANULAR : LA MANIPULATION ?" (A New Form of Hoax: Manipulation?), published around October 1994, delves into the complex world of UFO hoaxes and deliberate manipulations aimed at discrediting ufological research. The magazine presents several witness accounts of alleged UFO sightings and analyzes the tactics used to create doubt and confusion within the UFO community and the public.

Recit de Mr 1. Pleuvry

The issue begins with a personal account from Mr. Pleuvry, who, on October 7, 1994, at 8:30 PM, observed a large, red, luminous mass in the sky near "les Pavillons." He described it as unusually large and stationary, located to the northwest and low in the sky above the fields. He lost sight of it briefly while driving and entering a wooded area, and never saw it again. He only shared this experience later with Madame Leroy, after she recounted her own story.

Commentaires

Following Mr. Pleuvry's account, the "Commentaires" section notes that four new testimonies were gathered with the help of Mr. George and the mayor. The testimony from the Legeay family is presented as reinforcing the credibility of Mr. George's group's observation. However, the author emphasizes that other accounts should not be dismissed. Notably, Mr. Langlais's description of the object's shape, color, and size is consistent with other testimonies, described as oval or spherical. Mr. Landais's account, though different in location and time, also shares similarities. The possibility of the craft moving in a SE-NO axis is considered. Mr. Pleuvry's case is highlighted for its different date but similar phenomenon, time frame, and direction, prompting a call for more witnesses to corroborate it. The concordance of these accounts suggests UFO activity in the Loir et Cher region over several days, with the gendarmerie's explanation of a firework being dismissed due to the object's characteristics.

Three specific observations are detailed with dates, times, and witness names:

• October 7, 1994, 8:30 PM: Mr. Pleuvry Alain observed an object for 1 to 5 minutes, approximately 3 km away, near "Les Pavillons."
• October 8, 1994, 8:15 PM: Mr. Legeay Didier observed an object for approximately 5 minutes, at least 2 km away, near "Les granges."
• October 8, 1994, 7:30 PM: Mr. Langlais Léon observed an object for a few minutes, approximately 4 km away, near "Les monts."

Sketches illustrate the observations, showing an object above trees and a horizon line.

UNE NOUVELLE FORME DE CANULAR : LA MANIPULATION?

This section, authored by Olivier Herman, presents an exposé given at the 45th Session of C.N.E.G.U. on June 5, 1993. It argues that beyond simple hoaxes ('canulars'), a new form of manipulation is emerging, designed to discredit UFO research. Herman defines 'canular' and related terms like 'mystification,' 'supercherie,' and 'fraude' using definitions from the "Petit Larousse illustré de 1984." He then defines 'manipulation,' 'désinformation,' 'intoxication,' and 'propagande.'

LES CANULARS UFOLOGIQUES

Herman explains that the primary goal of a UFO hoax is to make people laugh or create a prank, using methods like doctored photos, false testimonies, and fabricated traces. He notes that since the modern era of ufology, many individuals have created hoaxes, sometimes fooling ufologists. Examples cited include a doctored photo from Sheffield (1962), Paul Villa's testimony (1963), and the Jaroslaw brothers' photos (1967), which were revealed as hoaxes years later. These hoaxes often involved creating elaborate stories around fake photos, aiming to gain publicity or attention.

LES MANIPULATIONS

These newer 'canulars' are described as manipulations designed to deliberately create trouble for UFO research. They manifest as disinformation, spreading pessimistic rumors, intoxication, propaganda, and fraud. Herman states that these manipulations have been increasing since the 1980s, coinciding with renewed interest in UFO crash cases like Roswell. He lists several alleged UFO crash incidents that have been subject to manipulation or further disinformation:

• The Aztec crash (mentioned in Frank Scully's book).
• The Georges Adamski case (1952).
• A crash in Argentina (1950) with alleged alien bodies.
• A crash in Pennsylvania (1965).
• A crash in the Kalahari Desert (1989).
• An object recovery in the USA (September 1989).
• A crash in Canada (November 1989).

Additional related affairs include alleged recovered extraterrestrial photos, such as the "extraterrestrial of Carp" (1989) and photos of Dr. Félix Zigel (1990). The MJ-12 document (1987) and the Ummo affair (extraterrestrials sending letters and technology) are also mentioned as subjects of controversy and manipulation.

HYPOTHESES

Herman poses two key questions:

1. Why would US security agencies expend energy discrediting UFOs when their governments officially deny their existence?
2. What profit can a group driven by fantasies gain from attacking the ufological community?

For the first question, he hypothesizes that US state agencies might be involved in operations to disrupt the ufological community. The reasons could be to:

• Discredit UFO crash cases and humanoid encounters.
• Ridicule the MOORE-FRIEDMAN-SHANDERA team regarding the MJ-12 affair.
• Discredit the Roswell crash detailed in the MJ-12 document.
• Ridicule ufologists in the media and to the public.
• Maintain secrecy about UFOs.
• Conduct psychological warfare to gauge reactions.
• Create a climate of insecurity to encourage sales of sensationalist books about UFOs for financial gain.

For the second question, the motives could be varied:

• Manipulating public opinion to promote new religions or cults centered around extraterrestrial contact.
• Sect members voluntarily participating in disinformation.
• Being manipulated by state agencies without their knowledge.
• Manipulating the scientific community to uphold 'official science' and marginalize 'pseudo-sciences.'
• Military manipulation to demonstrate importance in case of aggression.
• Financial gain, though Herman considers this less likely as a primary motive.

CONCLUSION

Herman concludes that the term 'canular' is no longer sufficient; 'manipulation' is more appropriate. The primary goals are to discredit UFOs and the ufological community. He suggests that these operations are likely due to researchers getting too close to the truth about UFOs or related confidential/top-secret subjects. He anticipates more such manipulations in the future.

05 NOV 1990, l'enquête continue ! (IF partie)

This section reports on UFO investigations in the Haute-Normandie region (Eure and Seine-Maritime) on November 5, 1990. A publication detailing these cases is in progress. Three observations are presented:

Fleury-sur-Andelle, OS Nov 1990, 19h00

Mr. Benoît Toral, 33, reported seeing a yellow/white light moving towards Charleval. It was then replaced by a triangular formation with three lights, one pointing forward and appearing red. The formation moved horizontally, descending at a 25-degree angle, silently, and without color change or flickering. Toral initially estimated the observation duration at five minutes, but on-site investigation suggests it was closer to 10 seconds, implying a speed of 216 km/h. The phenomenon was clearly visible and could not be mistaken for an atmospheric entry. The official explanation is deemed insufficient.

J.V.N.I. en Vallée de l'Andelle : in témoin raconte

This article from "L'impartial" on November 7, 1990, recounts Benoît Toral's sighting. He describes cutting his engine to observe the silent, slow-moving object with three lights, possibly at the height of a nearby hill. He followed it for about five minutes as it moved towards Charleval. Toral expresses his desire to understand what he saw, noting the contradictory statements emerging about the event. The article highlights that Toral came forward before media coverage, suggesting his account is genuine.

Aéroport de BOOS (76), OS Nov 1990, 19h00

On November 5, 1990, at 7:00 PM, Mr. Eric Delnatte (veterinarian, 300 flight hours) and Mr. Jean-Claude Bigaud (professional pilot, 6000 flight hours) were taking flying lessons at Boos Airport. While flying a Piper Pa 38, they observed a luminous formation moving parallel to the runway in the opposite direction. They described it as a formation of jets with exhaust trails, equidistant lights of varying intensity (orange to bright yellow), and of considerable size. The observation lasted about 6 to 7 minutes. The phenomenon was about 30 degrees above the horizon and disappeared as it moved north-northeast. The aircraft was at 300m altitude with a speed of 150 km/h.

05 NOV 1990, l'enquête continue ! (IV partie)

Saint-Aubin-les-Elbeuf (76), OS Nov 1990, 19h10

On November 5, 1990, at 7:10 PM, Mr. Jean-Marie Leyguerie, 38, and a friend were running at the Ladoumegue stadium. They observed a unique, indeterminate luminous form coming from the east at about 80 degrees above the horizon. They followed it, with the impression it might crash. The phenomenon stabilized over a water tower. Leyguerie described beams of light: a primary bluish-white beam, and secondary yellow-orange beams. There also appeared to be a blue beam in the mist. The entire formation resembled a triangle. The object hovered, swaying slightly for at least a minute. The distance was indefinable, but if it was close, it would have been larger than the stadium track. The weather was slightly misty, with a ceiling at 800m.

LA SOUCOUPE URANE

This section describes a decorative object called "LA SOUCOUPE URANE" (The URANE Saucer). It is a 1/87 scale model, 25 cm in diameter, weighing 700 grams, made of injected plastic. It features telescopic legs and a lower part. The lighting is controlled by a printed circuit board with 22 luminous points, including a rotating light between discs, a projector under the lower disc, and lights in the dome and lower telescopic part. It can be powered by a 9V battery or 220V mains. The saucer comes with a thermoformed base and a chrome rod. A booklet explaining the UFO phenomenon is included. The URANE saucer is sold for 322 francs, including shipping and mains adapter.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the analysis of hoaxes and deliberate manipulations, and the potential for government cover-ups. The editorial stance appears to be critical of official explanations and supportive of genuine witness accounts, while also acknowledging the existence and impact of fabricated evidence designed to discredit the field of ufology. The magazine advocates for a serious investigation into UFO phenomena, suggesting that researchers may be uncovering sensitive truths that powerful entities wish to keep hidden.