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Friday, 18 October, 2002 15:01
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Jack Bowman
Comment: Excuse me, but isn't that formation, in the shape of a constellation?

Answer:Yes, you could be right about it being in the shape of a constellation. Fleets of UFO's have been known to produce shapes when viewed. I Mexico during the last visit by the Pope, a fleet of UFO's appeared overhead and formed the shape of a human face in profile. Perhaps researchers should look at the shapes these fleet produce more often?
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Robert Vincent, Alton, Hants
Comment: Is the theory that UFOs are from another dimension in space / time hold any validity. If this is not the case how is propulsion obtained (Giros perhaps). I find it all very fascinating. Another explanation of the drive system is the shotening of time in frnt of the craft and vice-versa at the rear.
Answer: The question of if the inter-dimensional theory is substantiated or not is a question that is hard to answer. Well it is for those of us in mainstream Ufology anyway. May be those in the military who are knowledgeable about these things already know the answer. It is just one of the many theories that has been put forward to explain where these objects may originate. The problem is that all will remain theories until some proof becomes available to provide us with the answer. Indeed we may find that one theory on its own does not provide the whole answer. Your point on the drive systems of these craft is a valid one. I feel that the manipulation of space and time is indeed how some of these craft operate. However, we are again faced with the frustrating notion that we need that one piece of hard evidence to prove our theories. I am sorry I cannot be more concrete on these points, but I am sure there are many more people out there with views on the propulsion systems of these craft.
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Pablo, Mexico
Comment: i wish the photographs would be clearer and bigger, thanks
Answer: I know. The problem is that the bigger we make the photos the longer the page takes to download...and people won't stick around to wait ten seconds let alone thirty!

We're not a dedicated UFO site, so have large photos which take up huge memory would just annoy other people using the Southampton site.

There are, quite frankly, loads of other better UFO sites where many of these photos appear...bigger and better. UFO INFO to the right of this page is a good starting point - Tim Burke, Editor, BBCi Southampton
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Naomi Semeniuk, New York City, USA

Comment: I'm a serious student of ufology and I belong to a couple of reputable UFO groups in New York City.

I'd like to know if these UFOS communicated telepathically with any of the eyewitnesses and if there were any abductions reported.

I'd also like to know if electronic equipment was disrupted during the sightings?I feel that all this phenomena is part of a grand master plan for our planet and that we're being visited and monitored by several alien species.

This is a mind-blowing experience for humanity and pieces of this great cosmic jigsaw puzzle are coming together. Every sighting and every genuine paranormal activity including crop circles not made by humans must be investigated and recorded.

Some in the military and in the government have come forward to talk about this all too important topic which is going to create a great paradigm shift in our consciousness and in our planet!!!!!

Our connection with the stars and alien beings is here and getting closer every day!!! I'd also like to know how this sighting has changed the lives of the eyewitnesses and if any fear was felt during and after these magnificent sighting?
Answer: I agree wholeheartedly that it is important to fully document the whole spectrum of paranormal phenomena. I myself have had experiences of other types of phenomena outside of Ufology. This brings me to the bulk of your question and one that I share with you.

SUFOG has not been involved in the investigation of these cases. The Dorset cases are just outside our area. However, you can direct your enquiry to David Kingston, who has a link on this page. The Bedhampton case is a whole other story. Bedhampton is just a short drive from where I and other SUFOG members live. Indeed we have had our own skywatches on Portsdown Hill and have some footage from at least one of these events.

However, I cannot answer your question as the witness/witnesses have chosen to look abroad to Mexico for a researcher to handle their case. This is very frustrating for us in SUFOG as we are situated in a location that would enable us to research this case at first hand. I also know that I have some information that might be of use in this case. I would like to invite those researchers and witnesses involved in the Bedhampton case to contact SUFOG via the link on this page so that we may be able to help each other.

However, I would like to apologise to Naomi, that I am unable to answer your question fully, but I hope what I have put here will put you on the road to finding your answers.

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Heidi Barathieu-brun, CH-6005 Luzern

Comment: these UFOs flying around us are like the snob cars of nobles in the past carrying nearby us handmaids. I find they are too much snob to us. Heidi
Answer: Heidi, I am not so sure that these objects are treating us in the manner you suggest (not that I am ruling it out either). It could be the answer to why they keep their distance on most occasions that leads us to the solution of exactly why they are here. Have you ever considered the notion that they are observing us from a distance for a reason? Perhaps because we are their experiment, or perhaps because they are afraid to openly contact us for fear of what we might do to them?

However, it is a good question, why they are here, and one that will continue to fuel researchers worldwide.

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Gil Whaler, Margate, Florida, U.S.A.
Comment: What's being done about full disclosure regarding UFO evidence and facts withheld by the government and military?
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Please note the work of the Disclosure Project at www.disclosureproject.org They have done some excellent work so far and are continuing push for full disclosure in the USA and they now have a UK branch as well that is just getting up and running.
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David Williams, Northants

Comment: In a post 9/11 era, the Government still insists that UFO's pose not threat to National security. I disagree, anything flying around which the public are not aware of and the military ignore, IS A THREAT and needs to be officially investigated. The playing field has now changed. It's time for answers.
Answer: You put forward a good point. However, I think the public at large are aware that UFO’s exist; they just chose to ignore the facts.

As for the government and the military, perhaps they do not investigate these things because they are already aware of exactly what they are and what they are doing in our skies? Perhaps...

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Cosmin, Ploiesti

Comment: how do we know how aliens look like?
Answer: The information available as to the appearance of the EBE’s (Extraterrestrial Biological Entities) has been compiled from the many eyewitness accounts that have been amassed over the last fifty years or more.

The most common of these is the ‘Grey’ type creature, but there have been many more types reported including the ‘Reptilian’ type and those that appear more human and are know as the ‘Nordics’.

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Bogdan, Piatra Neamt

Comment: What's going on with the planetfinder project?
Answer: I will admit that I am not familiar with the Planetfinder Project. However, I do have some other websites that may be of interest.

If this is not exactly the information you were looking for then please contact the group direct via the link and we will try to help. Darwin Mission Terrestrial Planet Finder

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Andrew Hennessey, Rosyth

Comment: I have access to masses of UFO footage shot in stirling over 2 years in broad daylight on high res digicam by brian macphee - the craft pose for him.

why do the fortean times people remain in a state of denial - if they were good skeptics surely they should shift their line of skepticism from 'if they are here' - to 'why they are here' that would be the most rational approach based on the empirical evidence
Answer: It is a sad fact, but there are those sceptics who will always refuse to accept the facts that put before them. They will come up with increasingly pathetic explanations to explain evidence. Often without offering a shred of credible proof.

The documented evidence that is being supplied by the likes of Brian MacPhee, Chris Martin and others should be enough to make these people sit back and take note, but it does not.

The problem is that a sceptic will very rarely admit they are wrong, even when they know they are. They will always try to find an argument against, no matter how bizarre.

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A. Nonymouse, Ye Olde London Towne

Comment: "Picture courtesey of Rod Dickinson" -- you people might like to try a Google search on his name...
Answer: Thank you for pointing me in this direction. I have had a look at the results of this search. All that is now required is to do a lot of detective work to see if these people are one and the same.

Do you know the answer to that question already? Feel free to contact me direct via the SUFOG website.

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Tony, Clearwater FLA

Comment: This is no secret at all. The pilots of the craft are the igigi workers that stayed behind after the 10th planet was last in our solar system from 1590bce-690bce. They are just doing the menial tasks of the Nibirian gods until the 10th planet returns on its 3600 year orbit. The planet is documented and is upon us now. Once here it will tether for 900 years. Every 3600 years all life on Earth dies except for a small amount of the population. Every 3600 years. That is why they do not kill us, they know that the planet of crossing will do that for them in 10 years. 2012.
Answer: This is a very interesting theory and one I have come across on many occasions, with regards to Nibiru. All I can say is that I hope this particular theory is wrong?

As I would not like to contemplate the thought of only having ten years left until I solve the riddle of life after death. I would like a lot more time than that till I face that prospect.

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Xeo Phi Beta , Annecy, France

Comment: I have filmed the same UFOs. See my publication at www.alienufosecret.com
Answer: I have been to your site and I was very impressed with its make up and especially it’s content. I have viewed the screen shots from your videos and I agree these do appear to be much the same as those being filmed in the UK.

I think that these sphere type objects are going to become more widespread as time goes by and could be the start of something very big. The other side of the coin is, I guess that they are some form of natural phenomena not recorded before. Not that I believe this, it is only me trying to remain open minded.

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