SANCTUS AGOBARDUS, ORA PRO NOBIS! Some lessons from the 9th century abductions in France

This document is a compilation of articles from the Flying Saucer Review (FSR). The first section, written by Dr. Jacques Vallée, examines historical antecedents to modern UFO abduction reports, specifically focusing on the 9th-century writings of Archbishop Agobard of Lyons. Vallée argues that the belief in 'cloudships' and 'aerial navigators' in the 9th century mirrors modern ufological discourse, suggesting that the phenomenon is not a new development. He cites Agobard's work, 'De Grandine et Tonitruis', to illustrate how historical figures attempted to debunk superstitions regarding weather-controlling sorcerers who allegedly traveled in these ships. The document also includes an interview excerpt with Dr. Vallée regarding the state of UFO research, where he emphasizes the need for an international perspective and criticizes the narrow focus of American researchers. Finally, the document features a field report by Omar Fowler, an FSR consultant, detailing his 1988 visit to the Nazca Plain in Peru. Fowler describes the condition of the famous Nazca Lines, noting significant damage caused by 'careless drivers' and tourists, and mentions his interactions with Dr. Maria Reiche regarding the site.