as you and I
standing here. Believe me when I say this Professor, encounters with flying
saucers and beings from another world are nothing new.’
Frederick stood
looking at Rothschild, feeling like a young boy again being lectured, he
shrugged. ‘So what now?’
‘The offer is still
open to join our group.’
Frederick looked out
across Trinity College recalling the conversation he had with Chambers and
Stanford. ‘I am not sure members of my group are being totally honest with me.’
‘I can understand
where you’re coming from with that concern Professor. Men of military
backgrounds live to serve their own ends. They have no interest in the greater
good, just the ability to destroy their enemies. The group I am a part of has
no interest in military or political domination. We merely wish to understand
our universe and the creatures that inhabit it.’
Frederick nodded.
‘I’ll need a little time to make my decision I cannot suddenly jump into
something I might regret.’
‘Wise words Professor
Frederick.’ Rothschild replied with a thoughtful tone. ‘We have no interest in
your government’s secrets if that is your main concern. Our interests lay
beyond the realm of petty government decision making. We had plans to approach
you a few years ago, because of your theories on quantum physics. Our group
feels that your knowledge is best served to advance mankind peacefully not
through the development of modern warfare. I promise you if you decide to join
our group you will get the opportunity to talk freely with us about any
scientific theory you have, no prejudice and no restrictions. We will find
answers to every question you have, that’s what our group is about. Until next
time Professor.’ Rothschild tipped his hat before walking off.
Frederick turned to
his car and unlocked it. He then turned back to say something else, but
Rothschild had vanished from sight.
Chapter 23
Operation Mainbrace
HMS Illustrious –
Norwegian Sea – 1:42pm
Thursday 25 th September 1952
Frederick wiped his
brow before flushing the toilet. It was his fourth trip, but it did nothing to calm
his stomach which felt as if it wanted to crawl out of his mouth. Frederick
swore under his breath, he was never fond of boats, and tried his best to
convince Chambers to send another committee member. However Chambers refused to
budge on the matter and insisted that Frederick should join Admiral Berkshire
on a major Naval Exercise. A number of UFOs had been reported by Royal Navy
personnel operating in the North Sea. Despite Frederick’s reluctance and busy
schedule at Cambridge he was eventually persuaded into going. Chambers had also
acquired a film camera which he insisted would be used if any major sighting
took place.
Lord Admiral Anthony
Berkshire stood on the command deck of HMS Illustrious scanning the horizon
with his binoculars. The Illustrious and her escorts were just a small part of
a massive fleet. Amongst the nations taking part were the United States,
Canada, France, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Netherlands and Belgium.
The entire fleet was
spread out over an area of 30 square miles, and consisted of ten Aircraft
Carriers with fighter support. Two Battleships, six Cruisers, ninety six escort
ships and thirty three submarines as well as several dozen other ships which
had been committed to this enormous fleet.
Vampire jets were
parked up on the flight deck of the Illustrious and naval personnel hurried
about the ship performing their day to day duties.
Frederick made his
way to the bridge to join Admiral Berkshire, who delighted at seeing the colour
in Frederick’s cheeks. ‘Don’t worry Professor you’ll soon grow some sea legs.’
‘I’d rather stay on
dry land thank you Admiral.’ Frederick replied trying not to swallow.
The weather was
cloudy with good visibility and despite Frederick’s unsettled stomach the sea
was a calm battleship grey. The American Aircraft Carrier USS Franklyn
standing here. Believe me when I say this Professor, encounters with flying
saucers and beings from another world are nothing new.’
Frederick stood
looking at Rothschild, feeling like a young boy again being lectured, he
shrugged. ‘So what now?’
‘The offer is still
open to join our group.’
Frederick looked out
across Trinity College recalling the conversation he had with Chambers and
Stanford. ‘I am not sure members of my group are being totally honest with me.’
‘I can understand
where you’re coming from with that concern Professor. Men of military
backgrounds live to serve their own ends. They have no interest in the greater
good, just the ability to destroy their enemies. The group I am a part of has
no interest in military or political domination. We merely wish to understand
our universe and the creatures that inhabit it.’
Frederick nodded.
‘I’ll need a little time to make my decision I cannot suddenly jump into
something I might regret.’
‘Wise words Professor
Frederick.’ Rothschild replied with a thoughtful tone. ‘We have no interest in
your government’s secrets if that is your main concern. Our interests lay
beyond the realm of petty government decision making. We had plans to approach
you a few years ago, because of your theories on quantum physics. Our group
feels that your knowledge is best served to advance mankind peacefully not
through the development of modern warfare. I promise you if you decide to join
our group you will get the opportunity to talk freely with us about any
scientific theory you have, no prejudice and no restrictions. We will find
answers to every question you have, that’s what our group is about. Until next
time Professor.’ Rothschild tipped his hat before walking off.
Frederick turned to
his car and unlocked it. He then turned back to say something else, but
Rothschild had vanished from sight.
Chapter 23
Operation Mainbrace
HMS Illustrious –
Norwegian Sea – 1:42pm
Thursday 25 th September 1952
Frederick wiped his
brow before flushing the toilet. It was his fourth trip, but it did nothing to calm
his stomach which felt as if it wanted to crawl out of his mouth. Frederick
swore under his breath, he was never fond of boats, and tried his best to
convince Chambers to send another committee member. However Chambers refused to
budge on the matter and insisted that Frederick should join Admiral Berkshire
on a major Naval Exercise. A number of UFOs had been reported by Royal Navy
personnel operating in the North Sea. Despite Frederick’s reluctance and busy
schedule at Cambridge he was eventually persuaded into going. Chambers had also
acquired a film camera which he insisted would be used if any major sighting
took place.
Lord Admiral Anthony
Berkshire stood on the command deck of HMS Illustrious scanning the horizon
with his binoculars. The Illustrious and her escorts were just a small part of
a massive fleet. Amongst the nations taking part were the United States,
Canada, France, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Netherlands and Belgium.
The entire fleet was
spread out over an area of 30 square miles, and consisted of ten Aircraft
Carriers with fighter support. Two Battleships, six Cruisers, ninety six escort
ships and thirty three submarines as well as several dozen other ships which
had been committed to this enormous fleet.
Vampire jets were
parked up on the flight deck of the Illustrious and naval personnel hurried
about the ship performing their day to day duties.
Frederick made his
way to the bridge to join Admiral Berkshire, who delighted at seeing the colour
in Frederick’s cheeks. ‘Don’t worry Professor you’ll soon grow some sea legs.’
‘I’d rather stay on
dry land thank you Admiral.’ Frederick replied trying not to swallow.
The weather was
cloudy with good visibility and despite Frederick’s unsettled stomach the sea
was a calm battleship grey. The American Aircraft Carrier USS Franklyn
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