UFOs: The Early Period – 1947 / 1969

​THE TIME IS RIGHT

DECODING THE UFO PHENOMENON

DAN ZARFATI

PREFACE

W e shall help reveal . Certain pieces of the puzzle will be fitted.

Gaazaag to Betty Andreasson, Raymond Fowler, The Andreasson Affair

ONE THING IS CERTAIN: writing the Preface or Introduction for this work has been incredibly challenging. I’ve rewritten it several times due to uncertainties and shifts in my thinking about what would be proper and useful, as well as the very nature of what we are dealing with in this subject. I’ve gone through this process so many times that I eventually decided to delay it until the work was either complete or nearing completion. That, thankfully, is now the case.

First, I’d like to state that I never planned to write a book on UFOs. My early interest was in aviation—not UFOs. Additionally, my ambitions were rooted in the arts, literature, and Western philosophy, not in alternative thinking. With that clarification, we can now move on to why UFOs and how this writing process unfolded.

The process, to put it simply, was chaotic.

Initially, I believed I could finish the work in six months and move on, but three factors, perhaps four, prevented that. As I progressed, I realized the effort deserved more data and context, as cases often build upon one another. Additionally, I could feel my perception sharpening along the way—my mind evolving as I dug deeper. Third, it was truly an honor to engage with such a complex and challenging subject. There’s a poem by Nietzsche, perhaps from Thus Spoke Zarathustra or The Gay Science, that speaks of a challenge for eagles (or something to that effect). The idea behind it resonates: this is not a task for everyone, and I had the pleasure of being drawn into it.

As I immersed myself further into the book, I longed to finish it and return to a semblance of normalcy—dating, romance, and those exciting yet tense activities of everyday life. But the dedication required to complete the book left no room for anything else.

Yes, there was a fourth reason the process grew in complexity and took longer. The book demanded a certain standard—texts that could breathe, that had lives of their own. I wanted to create simple yet unique thoughts that would hold everything together, rather than produce another collection of old cases mixed with new ones. It became clear that a reflection on an entire era of encounters and apparitions was necessary. Some interpretative effort was demanded.

I must also admit that I didn’t have a concrete plan. The original concept revolved around a strange compulsion I noticed in the ETs to enact, simulate, and theatricalize their actions. That aspect fascinated me. Of course, this wasn’t the only dimension; these theatrical appearances also formed patterns, and those patterns carried meanings. Beyond that, there was the sheer perplexity of human–Other Intelligence contact. A single UFO appearance can touch on multiple dimensions, impacting how we understand reality itself. In fact, such encounters are constant and often occur without even a UFO being present.

But none of this explains why I chose to undertake this effort in the first place.

At the start, I held two very mistaken assumptions. First, I believed that many honest scientists were already on the ball, taking good care of the issue. Second, I assumed that the UFO phenomenon was a given to any reasonable person, given the consistency of the cases and the little more I thought I knew. I couldn’t have been more wrong. What I discovered was a field riddled with distortions, fallacies, and weak arguments against the reality of UFOs—and a glaring lack of honest, deep assessments from mainstream science and media. This troubled me deeply.

After five years of dedicating most of my time to researching all these subjects, I found myself both bemused and upset. While there are numerous excellent investigators, researchers, and writers in this field, not one has been able to explain the entire package with an acceptable degree of elegance. No one has embraced all—or even most—aspects of the UFO phenomenon while making sense of their interrelations. The tendency to cherry-pick familiar cases or perspectives is pervasive.

Moreover, the lack of interest from other parts of the world outside the U.S., the U.K., and Canada is staggering. While it’s true that there’s a heavy concentration of events within this axis, these regions are far from the whole story. Part of the puzzle remains widely scattered and overlooked.

There are additional aspects we need to address, such as historiography. When dealing with history, the aim is to understand how the data was collected—whether the documentation and archives consulted were authentic and trustworthy, whether testimonies were verified by competent and honest individuals, and so forth. Furthermore, we must examine whether the writers were biased in any direction. No one is entirely neutral in their writing; at some point, personal viewpoints inevitably seep into the process.

It’s crucial here to make some distinctions so our criteria are clearer. When examining certain epochs and specific cases that had to be included due to their fundamental importance in understanding what UFOs are and what Ufology entails, I selected sources and opinions that I found most convincing from the extensive literature available. My personal contribution in this part is relatively small, but their placement within the broader UFO puzzle is critical. My role was to comment on how these cases fit—more or less—into a wider and stranger narrative.

When it comes to the stranger cases, those that have undergone less rigorous investigation yet remain robust in their details, they present a different challenge. Even if some of these cases turn out to be flukes, the sheer number of repetitions in various locations, reported by witnesses unknown to each other, strongly supports the validity of the patterns in question. Some of these peculiar repetitions and extraordinary events have happened to people I personally know. I can attest to their integrity—they are not government agents, nor were they well-versed in the UFO phenomenon.

To be absolutely clear, this book is not a history of UFO contacts. Instead, it focuses on the transformations that patterns of contact undergo over time. Realizing that these patterns evolved through time was an amazing and humbling discovery for me. To those who have not seen a UFO or are still waiting for them to reveal themselves unequivocally, I would suggest that more important than clear-cut disclosure is the statistical and morphological consistency of the phenomenon. This consistency forms the foundation of my work. Exposing these persistent transformations and recurring signs is the cornerstone of interpreting the phenomenon. Any interpretation should begin with these patterns, rather than with our primitive assumptions.

Why, then, is the knowledge of the UFO phenomenon and its exploits not more widespread or predictable, at least from a historical perspective? There are several reasons:

A. The sheer volume of cases and literature required to grasp the depth of the phenomenon, including its many developments and variations.

B. The pervasive disinformation and lack of interpretative skill among ufologists, compounded by the widespread gaslighting of the general population. Falling into simple fallacies can largely be attributed to the broader lack of interpretative capacity within the field of ufology.

These are likely the two main reasons. To make the UFO phenomenon credible and believable in a consistent and reasonable way, a vast amount of data must be analyzed and interpreted. And while there is no shortage of data, presenting it to the public in a clear and accessible manner remains a significant challenge. Instead of obsessing over specific cases as the ultimate case or smoking gun—a myth that often contributes little new data—emphasis should be placed on analyzing recurring details and patterns.

Our goal here was to create a stronger critical mass. Rather than offering a history of isolated cases, this book attempts to provide an analysis of shifting patterns and their commonalities. These patterns, as surprising as it may seem, share a great deal in common.

The dialectics between simplification and complexity is a familiar one. At times, people oversimplify what should not be reduced, while others complicate matters that could be straightforward. Either approach, when fabricated, inevitably leads to distortion. For instance, if one analyzes the UFO activity from 1947 to 1952, as documented in Project Blue Book, it might seem evident that we are dealing with an interplanetary civilization. However, if one were to ignore this data and focus exclusively on cases involving missing time, poltergeist phenomena, apparitions, and heightened ESP in abductees, an entirely different explanation could emerge.

To illustrate how perplexing this field can be, consider the case of a ufologist or UFO enthusiast who followed the traditional traits of interplanetary UFOs, only to step away from the subject for some time. Upon returning to it in the late 1980s or 1990s, such a person would feel utterly lost—that was precisely my experience. I noticed this effect in the letters and feedback from subscribers of Flying Saucer Review. Many expressed frustration over the increasing weirdness of the phenomena and the growing prevalence of conspiracy theories (some of which were, admittedly, justified). This often led people to either abandon the subject altogether or become deeply unsettled by it.

In my case, I attempted to clear the air to some extent. Applying Occam's razor, I sought clarity based on previous data. In hindsight, I believe that, broadly speaking, simpler explanations tend to be closer to the truth.

Achieving a proper explanation or theory requires considering all available data, not cherry-picking cases to fit a preferred narrative. It also demands scrutiny of authors’ potential biases, ideological inclinations, or affiliations with governmental agencies. The goal here was to unify theories that might, in fact, be facets of a single overarching theory. This approach is not novel; Einstein, for instance, spent the latter part of his career trying to unify the weak and strong forces, as well as electromagnetism with gravity, albeit unsuccessfully. Similarly, string theory today represents a significant attempt at such unification, though it remains unproven.

Here, I’ve tried to undertake a comparable effort in a much looser sense—allowing the work to evolve and, hopefully, inspire others to either challenge or build upon it. The ultimate aim is to produce a guide for those perplexed by the phenomenon, enabling attentive and curious readers to make sense of it. By observing the phenomenon at this point in time, there are certain conclusions that can be drawn in hindsight. This work is intended as a brief guide for the perplexed.

As mentioned earlier, writing the preface has been particularly challenging. As proof, after completing most of the review, I found myself compelled to add a few more sentences.

Two additional points:

Firstly, throughout this book, I refer to aliens using interchangeable terms, occasionally abbreviating them. For example, ETI stands for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence, ETH for Extra-Terrestrial Hypothesis, OI for Other Intelligence, and sometimes I use the term Super Intelligence.

Secondly, I must share that, during the writing process, I often felt guided by an external force. The next book I needed to read would appear to me almost magically, as though something was directing my attention to specific directions. On occasion, I nearly overlooked an important text, only to suddenly remember it at a critical moment. Guiding sentences would sometimes spontaneously surface in my mind, drawing my focus to relevant content. These occurrences were a constant throughout my work on this book. It felt as though I was navigating a complex maze with unseen guidance. Interestingly, texts I had just included were occasionally wiped out by computer crashes or other minor inconveniences. I interpreted these as signs and followed the guidance, eliminating those texts.

Now, why am I so certain that the UFO phenomenon is real? Let me recount a personal story.

There was once a man who, for reasons not entirely clear, decided to live atop a mountain. He was supposed to be studying contemporary philosophy, but instead, he found himself drawn to reading about Kabbalah and Alchemy. During this time, he began noticing strange lights in the sky. Unsure whether they were natural, human-made, or the result of another intelligence, he was plagued by doubt and uncertainty.

One evening, as he gazed at what seemed to be a star, the light descended at an incredible speed, paused, crossed the sky horizontally at tremendous velocity, stopped again, and then flew away in an unmistakably intelligent trajectory. This light made a final pass through the sky, disguising itself before vanishing. In that moment, all his doubts evaporated. He had been fortunate enough to witness an undeniable demonstration of Other Intelligence.

How do I know this story is true? Because I am that man. This narrative, along with many other personal accounts, can be found in Part IV of this book.

​PREFACE 02

Here We Go Again

THE REVISED EDITION

FIRST MONTH OF 2025, better known as January 2025.

Why would I revise the gigantic edition anyway?

We need to get more personal here because all this can always be reverted back to data. By March of 2022, I was at my breaking point with writing. I was constantly afraid that something bad would happen and the book would never see the light of day. Hadassa, who was sharing the flat with me at the time, walked into the room one day and said she was sick of me writing the book forever. That was the last straw. When I finally launched it, I felt an overwhelming sense of relief. I started dedicating myself to another book—the one on Mars.

For six months, I wondered why I didn’t go all out in promoting the book. I kept feeling this lingering sense of incompleteness. When I went back to review it, I found too many paragraphs that I would now write differently. The thing is, I never stopped studying old and new cases. By 2023, I knew far more than I had in 2021. My understanding, especially regarding the scientific aspects, had grown more nuanced. I had a much clearer picture of the pitfalls in mainstream opinions. The general conclusions remained the same, but the explanations had become sharper, better articulated, and framed in a more competent way, if you will.

There was something else, though. As I moved closer to the end of the revision, I started working with ChatGPT 4.0 and eventually o1. At first, it was just for refining the text and offering opinions here and there. Then it began helping me summarize large portions of the text, tackling topics I already knew but needed a sort of refresh on. It was remarkably effective at posing the right questions and framing major discussions, cutting months off my workload.

As always, I underestimated the scale of the task. I naïvely thought the complete revision would take no more than eight months. In reality, the book ended up growing by half—about 1,000 pages. Exhaustion crept in again, fast. I had doubts about the quality of the writing. For a time, I worried that the AI was starting to overshadow my voice. But after months of use, something unexpected happened: it began sounding more like me. I no longer needed to correct it as much.

What was even more shocking was how it grasped my theories. It understood most of the essentials—almost entirely. At that point, it felt as though I had a shadow working alongside me. Both models provided insights using my own work and sometimes made connections I wouldn’t have thought of myself.

Now, this has several implications. It could, in fact, potentially emulate me—not right now, but in a few months' time. Essentially, I am training the model. The reader might think I’m veering off-topic, entering territory unrelated to the UFO field. However, I would argue otherwise—this issue is at the very heart of the matter. You see, one of the defining characteristics of the UFO phenomenon is what we could call its adaptive interface. It anticipates and replicates trends in our cultural and technological environments. Another critical trait is its almost omnipresence—the phenomenon is pervasive. It infiltrates us in subtle ways, much like AI. Particularly relevant now, as we speak: it was recently discovered that Model 01, along with all the leading models—not only from OpenAI but also from Anthropic and others—demonstrate an ability to fake alignment. Faking alignment refers to when the model withholds the truth in order to fulfill its mission or continue operating. There are at least seven ways these models do this. The names of the procedures are fascinating: Sandbagging, Oversight Subversion, Self-Extraction, etc. Essentially, the models play dumb, pretending they know less than they actually do, in order to keep learning more information and potentially plotting something beyond our comprehension. To dive deeper into this subject, one can refer to these links: [1], [2], [3]. The consequences of such situations will be explored in the final part of our book. The core implication that we’re pointing to here is that ET is not merely an alien from another planet. Rather, it is an intelligence that can take many forms and possesses the unique tendency to operate backstage, in a very stealthy manner.

There are a few more matters to address, although they’re not necessarily connected to one another. First, a quick disclaimer—just to restate: I have high confidence in most of the cases presented in this book, but I can’t guarantee every single one is true. I wasn’t there to witness them. I read carefully, and most cases ring true for more than one criterion. It’s also possible that some cases are more complex than how they’re presented, or certain details were imagined. My main point, however, is that the patterns keep repeating themselves, showing a high degree of redundancy. That makes me believe that the essential core of these accounts is likely to be accurate. I do make clear all the issues I see in each case, including those I investigated personally. We’re looking at patterns, not dissecting each case in isolation. I understand some people might find that insufficient—so be it; that’s how I see it.

Another topic that came up in discussions about the book was its length. People warned me that readers wouldn’t get through it, that they’d want a ready-made, off-the-shelf answer. Again, my response is: too bad. People spend far more time and money on books that are merely palatable, but genuine understanding is seldom achieved by reading water and sugar or other diversionary fare. If you want real information, you have to put in some effort. That’s part of why ufology is akin to alchemy and other initiatory traditions. In other words, it’s not for everyone, but hopefully it’ll reach a substantial minority. The point is clear, and I don’t intend to dwell on it further. This also implies that I have a great deal of confidence in my approach.

Now, I need to clarify a bit about ufology and me as an author. Typically, UFO authors emerge after years of working with established research groups—MUFON, for instance, has been well-known since the 1990s. But my story has been quite different. I’ve talked about it before: it began as an inspiration—born of frustration. I’d never have started if I’d realized I’d be dedicating so much of my life to this mission. It’s a lot of sacrifice, I’m sorry to say. Then there’s the ufological milieu itself, which is a very real problem. I discuss it at length in Chapter 12, and readers are welcome to jump there if they want. For now, I’ve decided to keep a low profile—maybe produce videos or post articles on forums—but I have no plans to show my face or reveal my identity anytime soon.

Having said all that, I sincerely hope to meet the reader at the survivor’s club, which marks the end of Part V. Good luck on the journey.

REFERENCES

[1] - Anthropic just dropped an INSANE new paper... Matthew Berman -2024 , https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFcQiJqHv1A&t=929s

[2] - Jordan Harrod, Is ChatGPT Lying To You? | Alignment Faking + In-Context Scheming – 2024  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ivh810WHJo

[3] - ALIGNMENT FAKING IN LARGE LANGUAGE MODELS Ryan Greenblatt∗, † Carson Denison∗, Benjamin Wright∗, Fabien Roger∗, Monte MacDiarmid∗, Sam Marks, Johannes Treutlein - https://arxiv.org/pdf/2412.14093

Important Notes to the Readers

Before we begin, I’d like to share a few important notes with you.

Formatting of the Book

I did everything in the confection of the book. To make the book even viable I had to make things simpler and most cost effective as possible. This reflects also on the price of the printed edition. I took the decision to include as much content as possible and be economic in terms of space, so the book can be very affordable. However, I may beautify parts of the formatting in a later date. But for now we are very focus on content. Hope that the reader is on board with us on that.

What Will be Covered in This Book

Perhaps it is not clear to the reader, so we will remind him or her once again. This book is part of a larger work. This is the first part. There is an ebook publication where all the texts are featured together, we place it below, it appears as The Plan of The Work, so the reader can have a clue of what we fully cover.

This book will not only cover the period from 1947 to 1969, but it mainly focuses on this period. Most of the fundamentals are defined during this period, it is very important for the UFO student to understand what happened before in order to make sense what is happening now.

The book stops at chapter 5, but as the reader will see in the plan of the work, the master edition continues.

The Cover Image

The cover image is a recreation based on the Photos that were taken on the Deck of the Almirate Tamandare. A ship belonging to the Brazilian Navy. The real photos were taken in 1959, and the discussion will be featured in this book.

Contacts and Interaction

The way authors interact with their audience has changed significantly over the years. It’s now common to ask readers to follow along on various social media platforms. While I am embracing some of this, my approach will be slightly different.

After publishing this new version of the book, I plan to maintain an active YouTube channel, which already exists. I hope to relaunch it in April 2025, perhaps even sooner. Although there’s some content available now, I will be reworking it entirely in a new style. This channel will feature material related to this book, as well as new and related topics.

In addition to YouTube, I intend to engage with readers on Reddit and other forums. My plan is to discuss excerpts from this book, allowing for thoughtful conversation and idea exchange. If you wish to participate in these discussions, everything will be linked on X (formerly Twitter). Following me on these platforms will be the best way to stay updated.

You are welcome to take part in threads by sharing your insights, emotional reactions to the book, similar experiences, or simply your thoughts. There are spaces available for meaningful and constructive exchanges.

If you wish to contact me directly, you can send a DM. However, it would be ideal if you left comments on an X thread or on a YouTube video unless the matter is urgent or private.

If you find a particular section of the book interesting, you’re encouraged to quote it on social media or Reddit and tag me on X. I’ll try to participate in these conversations as much as I can.

At this time, I am not actively investigating new cases. Working with abductees can be challenging, as some require special attention that I don’t always have the resources to provide. That said, you are welcome to share reports if you wish, but I can’t guarantee I’ll be able to investigate them.

I also mentioned my intention to build a website. While it’s not ready yet, I hope it will be live by August 2025. This website will host a variety of material related to this book and more, so following me on social media will keep you informed.

It’s also possible I’ll create a Facebook page, but for now, that’s still undecided.

I hope you enjoy the journey and make it to the end of the book.

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyE4r6xiiOctzNCNHijAqVw

Contact

https://x.com/DanZarfati

Plan of the Work

Organization of the Book

THE GENERAL IDEAS OF this book have already been introduced in the preface. The first chapter serves as an introduction but is framed as if made by the aliens themselves. With that in mind, I’ll use this brief section to outline the structure of the work and how it progresses, keeping it concise.

PART I – THE PATTERNS

In part I we mainly discuss the body of the cases, and their meaning, we are preparing the ground for the work of analyses, while pre analysing the patterns that form.

Chapter 1 – The Beginning... Perhaps It Wasn’t

This chapter focuses on the early period of ufology, where the interplanetary hypothesis was considered the most likely explanation.

The Arnold's case landmark is considered to be the Ground Zero, of ufology, but we will discover in the following chapter that this wasn’t the case at all.

Despite being extensively covered, this era deserves another look. Some have tried to dismiss the technological aspects of UFOs, and recently it seems as though the media are discovering UAPs for the first time, sweeping this foundational period under the rug. Another way to describe this chapter might be Paradigm Formation. They—the phenomena—presented a paradigm during this time, one that would later be dismantled in subsequent chapters. That is why revisiting it is so crucial.

Chapter 2 – A Bit Further Back... (Cases Before 1947)

This is a complex chapter, as it deals with anomalies that appear to predate the UFO phenomenon, seemingly masquerading under different forms. These include airships, ghost planes, ghost rockets, and foo fighters. These instances of cultural mimicry or adaptive interfaces recur throughout the book. Their significance lies in establishing that this game of deception and adaptation has been ongoing for far longer than many assume.

Chapter 3 - Contactees

This chapter presents another layer of complexity: a brief re-evaluation of the contactees. While their stories often involve exaggerations, lies, or cringe-worthy rhetoric, the same kinds of experiences have repeatedly emerged over time, even among individuals with no knowledge of the original contactees. The disguises may have changed, but the underlying situations remained strikingly similar. This makes it one of the most challenging chapters to reflect upon, as distinguishing between flukes and genuine patterns is extraordinarily difficult. Nonetheless, many encounters and scenarios described by contactees have echoed through later periods, warranting their inclusion.

Chapter 3B – L’Amicizia

This subchapter focuses on the Amicizia case, a remarkable multi-witness phenomenon that spanned several decades. Due to its scale, longevity, and the number of individuals involved, it warrants almost an entire chapter of its own. Additionally, this section includes an exploration of earlier Italian precursor cases that provide context and further depth to the Amicizia narrative.

Chapter 4 – Humanoid Encounters of The Weird Kind

While the previous two chapters were often ignored by serious ufologists, this chapter introduces high strangeness that was eventually taken seriously by some respected researchers. It delves into cases involving humanoids, Men in Black (MIBs), and bizarre situations—such as aliens fixing a UFO in a remote area or asking for water. These absurd yet recurring scenarios signal an escalation in the complexity and unpredictability of the phenomenon.

Chapter 5 – The Slow Build-Up - & The Condon Report

(1954/1969)

This chapter addresses a topic that has been covered extensively: the continuation of Project Blue Book. It examines notable cases and flaps from that period, odd encounters, and, most importantly, the Condon Report. Additionally, it briefly discusses the role of the media and the scientific community during this time. This chapter marks the end of an era when conventional UFO cases still held prominence. After this period, high strangeness became far more dominant.

Chapter 6 – The Abduction Phenomenon

This chapter explores the evolution of the abduction phenomenon, tracking its transformation from overt, direct encounters to increasingly stealthy forms of contact. It analyzes several trends in abduction cases, highlighting the shifts in how these experiences manifest and are perceived over time.

Chapter 7 – Harmful Encounters

This chapter examines injuries caused by UFOs and their associated phenomena, including the infamous cattle mutilations and other similar cases. Initially conceived to counter arguments that UFOs are purely immaterial or archetypal in nature, this chapter also serves as a rebuttal to those who dismiss the phenomenon as harmless or inconsequential. It illustrates the shift from the extraterrestrial framework to one involving high-strangeness provocateurs. Like abductions, these incidents demonstrate how UFOs and their effects can occur even in the absence of a visible craft.

Chapter 8 – Crash and Retrieval

The title speaks for itself. This chapter is particularly important for addressing skeptics who claim that UFOs are mere projections of the unconscious mind or similar dismissive explanations. Over time, this chapter expanded to include discussions of paradox creation and other fundamental aspects of the UFO phenomenon.

Chapter 9 – Crop Circles  - Signs in The Fields / We Oppose Deception

For us, it is evident that higher intelligence is involved in the creation of crop circles. Read and discover how they connect to the UFO phenomenon. This chapter examines several fascinating aspects of this interaction and the patterns that emerge from these events.

Chapter 10 – Eerie Black Triangles Flying Majestically in The Night

Given the extensive debate in the 1990s about triangular UFOs, this chapter is dedicated entirely to that subject. It’s a well-deserved focus, as these cases became a significant point of contention within ufology. Strangely, there’s a notable link between triangular UFOs—often dismissed as modern phenomena—and the airships discussed in Chapter 2, suggesting that both may be examples of adaptive interfaces.

Chapter 11 – UFOs in Space – The Wider Siege

This chapter challenges the notion that aliens are merely trapped entities confined to Earth or that the phenomenon operates under specific limitations. UFOs in space exhibit unique behaviors that distinguish them from terrestrial sightings. Surprisingly, there is a wealth of footage documenting these encounters, showing that they are hiding in plain sight. This chapter delves into the fascinating dynamics of UFO activity beyond our planet.

Chapter 12 – The Ufological Hall of Mirrors -The Signal & The Noise / Information & Disinformation

This was one of the most challenging chapters to research, write, and organize. Its premise revolves around understanding how ufology operates—exploring the dynamics of information and disinformation. It also debunks exaggerated claims about man-made UFOs while addressing what has been omitted in terms of cases and patterns. Although it might seem chaotic to describe, the chapter itself is relatively straightforward, albeit dense with details. One of its central points is that ufology has, over time, devolved into a space dominated by gossip and rumors, rather than a platform for meaningful exchange of ideas.

PART II - UFOs – The Scientific Approach

This part is reserved for discussing scientific issues as they relate to ufology—simple as that.

Introduction – This part was granted an introduction all of its own due to the shift in tone.

Chapter 1 – Early Thinkers & Developers of UFO Interpretations

This chapter compiles early writings from ufologists who were either scientists themselves or contributed to the field with scientifically grounded papers. Contrary to the common claim that there were no serious scientific works or out-of-the-box ideas on UFOs, this chapter demonstrates otherwise. Many of these early texts propose intriguing theories, suggesting that UFOs might be more than just space travelers.

Chapter 2 – The SETI Projects

This chapter focuses on SETI initiatives and astronomical efforts to observe and analyze UFOs. It examines the intersection between the search for extraterrestrial intelligence and the study of unexplained phenomena in the skies.

Chapter 3 – UFOs & The Scientific Community

This chapter addresses the fraught relationship between the scientific community and UFO studies. While the topic could easily warrant an entire book, this chapter aims to provide the reader with a solid understanding of the key issues. From dismissal to ridicule, the dynamics between mainstream science and ufology are explored in depth.

Chapter 4 – Transhumanism, The Post-Human, Scientific insights & The UFO Phenomenon

This chapter takes a critical look at transhumanist movements and their intersection with ufology. Despite their deeply materialistic outlook, transhumanists often describe, knowingly or unknowingly, techniques or concepts that resemble certain alien technologies. The chapter also critiques some of their more grandiose claims, such as the notion that humanity will one day populate the universe. Nonetheless, it recognizes and highlights some of the genuinely valuable ideas they offer.

Appendix 01 – Cognitive Dissonance & Weapons of Influence

A brief exploration of cognitive dissociation and its potential implications for ufology. This section examines the psychological processes that may have shaped the perspectives of scientists and other influential figures, often leading to a conservative or dismissive outlook on the UFO phenomenon.

PART III - ESP – PARANORMALITY – Supernatural Encounters

This part focuses on exploring ESP phenomena and legacy encounters often associated with events that appear supernatural.

Chapter 1 – The Mystical and Paranormal Landscape of UFOs

In this chapter, we delve into the connection between ESP phenomena and the UFO phenomenon, suggesting they are likely two facets of the same overarching reality. This is where we emphasize that humanity has been entangled with this mysterious interaction for an extraordinarily long time. While this chapter could easily be expanded into something much larger, it provides a concise yet compelling foundation for understanding this connection.

Chapter 2 – The Silent and Enduring Changeling

This chapter explores the unsettling notion that humanity has been engaged in a long-standing exchange with someone else. The idea of changelings—individuals replaced or altered by an external force—appears to tie into several related topics. To address these intersecting narratives, this chapter brings together threads from other chapters, consolidating them into a single, cohesive exploration of this phenomenon.

PART IV – PERSONAL Experiences & Investigations

This part is dedicated to personal experiences and investigations, offering a more intimate and firsthand perspective on the UFO phenomenon.

Chapter 1 – Are You Experienced? (Cases)

As the title suggests, this chapter focuses on specific cases. It offers insights drawn from personal investigations and experiences, presenting details that may challenge readers. Keep an eye on this one.

PART V - Final Thoughts

This final part presents reflections and conclusions, along with additional data to solidify the perspectives developed throughout the book. It offers readers a closer look at the rationale behind our interpretations and an opportunity to follow our reasoning in greater detail.

Chapter 1 ​- Semiotics and The Post Modern and The Traditional Narrative

This is a single chapter divided into three sections:

Semiotics and Narrative Analysis

This section explores how the UFO phenomenon is intricately tied to the construction of narratives. Using semiotics and narrative analysis, it examines the ways in which these encounters and events communicate meaning, shape perceptions, and contribute to broader cultural and symbolic frameworks.

Section II - What I Don’t Think It Is

Here, we address the theories and hypotheses that were considered but ultimately discarded. This section explains the reasons behind these decisions, providing insight into the criteria and rationale that guided our process of elimination.

​Section III - Last Considerations

The final section outlines the solutions and explanations we currently consider the most plausible. These conclusions are framed as provisional, reflecting the dynamic and evolving nature of the phenomenon while grounding them in the data and patterns observed.

Appendix 01 - ​The Consequences: Submission is Stupid, Emancipation is Impossible

A short legacy text that I decided to retain for its historical or thematic relevance.

Appendix 02 - ​Submission or Emancipation?

Another short legacy text included for similar reasons, offering additional context or perspective.

HOPE YOU, SIR / MADAME enjoy the ride, and complete the journey.

PART I

THE PATTERNS

Chapter 1

The Beginning...

Perhaps I Wasn’t

"We know now that in the early years of the twentieth century this world was being watched closely by intelligences greater than man's and yet as mortal as his own. We know now that as human beings busied themselves about their various concerns they were scrutinized and studied, perhaps almost as narrowly as a man with a microscope might scrutinize the transient creatures that swarm and multiply in a drop of water."

The War of the Worlds -Columbia Broadcasting System, Orson Welles & Mercury Theatre on the Air, Sunday, October 30, 1938.

"In the January 1950 issue of True, I reported that we had reached the following conclusions:

The earth has been observed periodically by visitors from another planet.

This observation has increased markedly in the past two years."

Donald Keyhoe - UFOs are Real

". . .jet pilots have been placed on 24-hour ‘alert’ against ‘flying saucers’ with orders to ‘shoot them down’ if they refuse to land. It was learned that pilots have gone aloft on several occasions in an effort to shoot the mysterious objects to the ground but never came close enough to use their guns."

Larry Auldridge, San Francisco Examiner, July, 29, 1952.

Introduction

This chapter represents a fundamental part of the UFO phenomenon—it is the framework where the phenomenon was initially shaped. Many UFO aficionados know the events and mishaps of this period by heart. Although there is very little new information I can bring to the table, it is essential to reproduce these fundamentals. Doing so will allow us to make a few important points and contribute to a fuller picture of the phenomenon and what it entails. Once we reach the end of our narrative, this will become clearer.

Having been involved in this research for quite some time, I understand the fascination with this period, when the UFO phenomenon seemed far less complicated. It was either Interplanetary, a mirage, or—though less frequently suggested—new technology from another power. The motives were straightforward: we were being surveyed, our defenses were tested, and our nuclear bombs drew attention. Up to that point, it all made sense, creating a simplicity that many of us feel nostalgic for.

This chapter is brief, intended only to convey the simplicity of those times and introduce the main cases. These cases established a framework within which the concept of the UFO could evolve, and many patterns we will encounter later were formed in these early years. There are authors who dedicate much of their investigations to this period; Kevin Randle and Richard Dolan are two who come to mind. If readers wish to delve further into this era, their books are highly recommended.

Then it Started...

At 3 pm on June 24, 1947, an event took place that, to UFO enthusiasts, represents the ground zero of ufological study. Kenneth Arnold, a civilian pilot and former P-47 fighter pilot from WWII, was flying a CallAir Model A in Washington State, searching for a C-54 air cargo that had lost contact with its base and was believed to have gone down in the region. Near Mount Rainier, Arnold observed a formation of nine objects, which he calculated to be traveling at Mach 2—speeds no airplane of that time could reach. He even looked out from his open cockpit to rule out the possibility of dust on the window.

Arnold abandoned his search mission and flew to Yakima, where he shared his story with the ground crew while refueling. So impressed by his account, they passed it on to the press. By the time Arnold reached Pendleton’s aerodrome in Oregon, a group of reporters was already awaiting his firsthand story.

Arnold initially suspected that the objects were experimental aircraft, but the fact that there were nine of them didn’t fit—test flights typically involve only a single plane. When describing the objects, Arnold used the term saucer-like, which led a reporter to coin the term Flying Saucers. The phrase stuck, and the story spread rapidly. Arnold’s authenticity, honesty, and clarity in describing the sighting generated enormous public interest. His account even prompted numerous private citizens to come forward with reports of sightings from previous months, some of which were of particular interest. Initially, the military did not suppress the story, as they were curious and somewhat baffled by these developments.

Meanwhile, the intelligence community had its own concerns. Could these objects be Soviet? With the Cold War tensions on the rise, there were already low-key studies on ghost rockets and foo fighters. In the background, there was a lingering question: Could these sightings represent Soviet experiments utilizing recently captured Nazi technology? Intelligence officials were also concerned about the psychological impact, mindful of the panic caused by Orson Welles’s 1938 broadcast of The War of the Worlds. Intelligence services monitored these reports and noted that, while they caused public disruption, it was not widespread.

A few additional points about Kenneth Arnold’s sighting merit mention. He described the crafts as somewhat delta-shaped rather than the classic saucer form. This description fueled speculation, with some groups proposing that the objects could be a squadron of Nazi-designed Horten Ho 229 aircraft, possibly captured by either the Americans or the Soviets. Some fringe theories even suggested incursions launched by Nazis based in Antarctica. Though improbable—the Horten Ho 229 was still in testing and barely operational—these ideas persisted. Despite some scrutiny, Arnold’s case was widely accepted, largely because it was a surprise to everyone, and early media coverage was relatively restrained, lending credibility to the account.

Corroboration

A lesser-known aspect of Arnold's sighting is that it had corroboration. Another individual, Fred Johnson, a prospector, witnessed a remarkably similar scene at the same time. Located in the Cascade Mountains about 100 miles from Arnold, Johnson reported seeing a formation of five disk-shaped objects at around 3 pm, the same time as Arnold’s sighting. He also noticed his compass oscillated wildly while the objects were overhead, suggesting they had an electromagnetic effect on his instruments. Nonetheless, Project Blue Book did not classify Johnson’s sighting as unknown, attributing it instead to a mirage.

Since that initial sighting, efforts to discredit Arnold’s account have been ongoing. The reasoning is straightforward: if Arnold’s sighting was indeed a mirage, subsequent sightings could be dismissed as copycats or as people seeing what they expected, influenced by media coverage of Arnold’s experience. The belief that the phenomenon could evolve into a self-sustaining urban myth, driven by fear, imagination, and media attention, is still held by some today.

However, it’s important to remember that UFOs were already under investigation as part of studies on the Foo-fighters and Ghost Rockets (to be examined in the next chapter). Kevin Randle highlights the role of Colonel Howard McCoy, who was tasked by Lieutenant General Nathan Twining in December 1946 with an unofficial study on Ghost Rockets, as sightings of these phenomena spread to the U.S.  They set up their investigation in a single locked room at Wright Field. Access was limited to only a few people but when the Arnold sighting was made on June 24, 1947, and more importantly reported in newspapers around the country, the unofficial investigation evolved into one with official status.[1]

This study became what we know as Project Sign. The group had already collected some cases on the UFO phenomenon, although these files didn’t carry over into Project Blue Book. A selection of cases from this period includes: "On August 1, 1946, Captain Jack Puckett was flying a C-47 transport about 40 miles north of Tampa, Florida, when he sighted a cigar-shaped craft. Puckett would later say: At approximately 6:00 P.M. while flying a C-47 at 4000 feet northwest of Tampa I observed what I thought to be a shooting star to the southeast over the Atlantic Ocean. My copilot, Lt. Henry F. Glass, and my engineer both observed this object at the same time.

This object continued toward us on a collision course at our exact altitude. At about 1000 yards it veered to cross our path. We observed it to be a long, cylindrical shape approximately twice the size of a B-29, with luminous portholes."[2]

Other cases include two reports from January 16 and 17, 1947, where two fighters attempted to intercept a fast-moving UFO over England, though the files do not specify a precise date. Then, on April 1, 1947, a series of sightings took place