She blinded me with Science
As a reader of my work, you'll no doubt discover that I believe our past can answer the future questions we have. Today is no different. At the end of WWII, the United States sent a prominent and accomplished naval officer to a frozen wasteland, and establish an American presence. What actually happened was far from what was reported to the public.
In the bitter cold of August 1946, a daring expedition known as Operation High Jump unfolded in the vast and mysterious land of Antarctica. Led by the seasoned explorer Admiral Richard E. Byrd, the United States Navy set forth on a mission of unusual scale.
amidst the frozen wilderness, was to become the heart of this ambitious endeavor.
Armada v. Exploration
As the task force departed from the United States, excitement and anticipation filled the air. Over 4,000 men, 13 ships, and a fleet of aircraft embarked on a journey into the unknown. The frozen continent awaited, its secrets locked beneath layers of ice and snow.
The adventurers faced the harsh Antarctic conditions, battling freezing temperatures and treacherous terrain. Meanwhile, Little America IV emerged from the icy landscape as a testament to human resilience, a base for scientific discovery that would echo through the annals of history.
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Aerial surveys provided a better look at Antarctica's topography, revealing its icy and rugged landscape. As a result, the ground teams, undeterred by the frigid winds, explored the geology, climate, and wildlife, capturing the essence of this untouched domain.
Yet, Operation High Jump was more than a scientific quest. It was a proving ground for military might and technological innovation. For instance, new aircraft soared through the polar skies, vehicles navigated the icy expanses, and survival gear faced the ultimate test in the unforgiving cold.
As the expedition unfolded, so did the tales of courage and determination. The explorers pushed the boundaries of human capability, facing insurmountable challenges. Consequently, Little America IV stood as a testament to human tenacity, a symbol of triumph in the face of adversity.
However, as remarkable a tale I shared above, that was just a cover story. Like all great adventures, Operation High Jump reached an unexpected crossroads. In late February 1947, the operation was "officially" terminated. The reasons for this early conclusion remain shrouded in mystery, giving rise to speculation.
Byrd in Antartica
Cover Story
One of the main controversies for the mission was not about establishing American sovereignty in Antarctica but about finding the Nazi military and scientific base hidden there.
It was well-known that Hitler was seeking artifacts from the occult that could harness the god's power. As a result, in 1938, Hitler commissioned the SS Schwabanland to set up a research and military facility in Antarctica to make contact with the mythical beings known as the Aryans. The entrance to this world was believed to be at the South Pole, deep under the ice.
Furthermore, a Nazi aerial patrol discovered an Artic oasis with a geothermal vent that kept an area of around 300 square miles warm and fertile. Subsequently, the Germans built their underground facility in this location. The area is known as Base 211. Throughout the war, the complex grew increasingly prominent, and many believed that at the war's end, thousands of German officers and scientists escaped to this facility.
One officer in particular escaped. His name was Hans Kammler. Hans was in charge of Hitler's secret weapons program. One of the most significant successes Kammler and his engineers created was the JU-390. It was a long-distance supply plane that could go up to 4,000 miles. Only two planes were built; one was built specifically for Kammler, and as of 1945, neither was ever seen again.
Look, up in the Sky!
Shortly after the war, the phenomena known as flying saucers started to appear in radio and newspaper reports. As a result, hundreds of incidents were reported coming from South America (known for housing Nazis after the war). Furthermore, the United States Navy had been investigating Nazi-built UFO technology since 1940. James V. Forrestal was the Under Secretary of the Navy and ran the Top Secret group. More on him later.
So, the public story of Operation High Jump was to establish American sovereignty and scientific exploration. However, Byrd's fleet had 13 ships, two of which were Naval destroyers and one attack submarine. It is clear that whatever the mission was, Byrd was expecting some sort of fight.
Publically, the Navy stated that Operation High Jump ended ahead of schedule. The stated mission took eight months to complete. Unofficially, it lasted for less than forty days. Consequently, this is documented by Byrd's fleet docking in Chili and newspaper accounts of Byrd speaking to the press about the dangers the world faces from aerial attacks by flying ships in 1946.
Don't Speak
Likewise, Admiral Byrd made statements about encountering unidentified flying objects (UFOs) during Operation High Jump. Subsequently, this is on record when he spoke to reporters from El Mercurio. Moreover, also, Byrd had written to the U.S. State Department. The letter describes an encounter with flying objects during the operation and expresses concerns about their potential threat.
Would you like additional proof the U.S. wanted to suppress Byrd's findings? Operation High Jump was officially classified as "Top Secret" by the U.S. government. The decision to classify the operation at this level of secrecy occurred in 1946, months after the expedition occurred. Most importantly, the intent behind the classification was to ensure that the details of the mission, including its objectives and plans, were kept confidential for strategic and security reasons.
Meanwhile, the Navy admitted that men died on the mission but would not disclose how many or how they perished. Most importantly, the deaths were classified as accidents, and the bodies were buried in Antarctica, not brought home to the U.S.
Earlier, I shared Admiral Richard E. Byrd's credentials with you. What I didn't share was that he was the youngest Admiral in Navy history at age 41. In addition, he received the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, and the Bronze Star Medal. These honors recognized his leadership, bravery, and exceptional service to the United States Navy during a critical historical period.
Follow the Leader
Out of curiosity, I looked at Byrd's chain of command during Operation Paper Clip. He reported up to the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), Admiral Chester W. Nimitz. Nimitz was a highly respected naval officer and played a crucial role in the United States' victory in the Pacific during World War II. Furthermore, Nimitz reported to the Secretary of the Navy. The Secretary of the Navy is a civilian position and is a member of the President's Cabinet. Nimitz reported to the Secretary of the Navy, James V. Forrestal.
James V. Forrestal served as the Secretary of the Navy from May 19, 1944, to May 17, 1947. At the end of the post in 1947, James was asked by President Truman to create Majestic 12 (MJ-12). The group was created with the top 12 scientists and technically sound government officials of the day. It was a top-secret group that only the President of the United States (Truman) had access to. Their guidelines were to be of "service to others," their purpose was to investigate the Roswell incident's circumstances and maintain vigilance against further alien incursions.
I write in great detail about MJ-12 and its focus on UFOs and alien races as they relate to humankind. But I want to point out that James Forrestal, the first Secretary of Defense of the United States and former Secretary of the Navy, would die on May 22, 1949. It was reported that his death was a result of a fall from a window at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. It was reported that he had been receiving treatment for mental health issues.
Forrestal and President Truman
Connections
Admiral Byrd was not someone who was scared easily. After his debrief from the mission, Byrd would never speak about Operation High Jump again publicly. In addition, Admiral Nimitz and James Forrestal were two high-ranking military and government officials. Why would they be in charge of a scientific exploration that was public and then determined as Top Secret?
No Admittance!
One last point on Antarctica. On December 1, 1959, The Antarctic Treaty System was signed, and on June 23, 1961, it entered into force. The treaty represents an international agreement that aims to regulate human activity in Antarctica, promote scientific research, and protect the continent's environment. The treaty forbids any person or nation from entering Antarctica airspace or land without special permission from 12 signatory governments. Who are the twelve governments? Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Chile, France, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Russia.
Even if you get permission, you can only visit a few small designated areas around the cost. In other words, 1% (colored area on map below) of the land can be visited, while 99% is off-limits. How big is Antarctica? It is bigger than the entire United States.
What are they hiding? Here's a clue: re-read this and other blogs I have on UFOs/UAPs and Big Money. Oh, and Roswell happened a few months after Byrd's trek to Antarctica.
