Flying Saucer Review, Vol. 13, No. 6, November/December 1967

This issue of Flying Saucer Review (Vol. 13, No. 6, November/December 1967) serves as a comprehensive compilation of UFO-related reports, research, and commentary from the late 1960s. The journal documents a significant wave of sightings in the British Isles during the autumn of 1967, including the 'Okehampton Incident' and various vehicle stoppages at Hook, Hampshire. The editor, Charles Bowen, provides context on the growing international interest in the subject, specifically highlighting a shift in the Soviet Union toward taking UFO reports seriously, as evidenced by the formation of a permanent commission to investigate sightings. The journal features contributions from prominent researchers such as Jacques Vallée and Aleksandr Kazantsev, who discuss the scientific implications of UFO phenomena and the potential for extraterrestrial visitation. Articles explore various hypotheses, including the 'parapsychological' aspects of contact experiences, the historical context of 'airships' in the 19th century, and the challenges of scientific investigation in the face of government secrecy. The publication also includes a 'World Round-up' section, detailing specific sighting reports from countries including Australia, Spain, Finland, and Peru, demonstrating the global nature of the phenomenon. Throughout the issue, there is a recurring theme of skepticism regarding official government explanations, particularly those provided by the U.S. Air Force and the British Ministry of Defence, which the authors argue often attempt to dismiss or debunk legitimate reports. The journal maintains a critical stance, advocating for rigorous, objective study of UFOs as a serious scientific endeavor, while acknowledging the difficulties posed by the lack of cooperation from official institutions and the prevalence of hoaxes.