19th International UFO Congress in 1988

Summary

In 1988, the 19th International UFO Congress was held in Rio de Janeiro, organized by ADAN'S - CONGRESSO E EVENTOS LTDA. The event took place at the Hotel Rio Othon Palace, with accommodation options at luxury hotels like the Savoy. International speakers such as journalist Bob Prats and Spanish writer JJ Benyty, author of "Operation Trojan Horse," participated. The congress addressed topics like ufology, mythology, and indigenous traditions, as well as the controversy surrounding the "Majestic 12" group.

The event featured experts in physics, sociology, and parapsychology and was chaired by Geraldo Moacir de Mendonça Uchoa. Themes included sociological aspects of ufology, science versus ufology, and the relationship between ufology and religion. The congress reflected the growing interest in UFO phenomena and their impact on various fields of knowledge.