Dan Apostol

The Romanian writer who devoted his time to UFO research and publications

Name	Dan Apostol
Age	56
Born	July 12, 1957
Died	March 4, 2013
Famous for	Being a prominent figure in Romania’s UFO community

Dan Apostol was one of those ufologists who was determined to make sense of the extraterrestrial phenomenon, despite having no firsthand experience with it.

Romania’s interest in UFOs began in 1968, when the media received numerous reports of sightings from August to September. This sparked the country’s fascination with the subject, prompting several figures, officials, or mere enthusiasts to come forward and examine the phenomenon. One of those was writer and publicist Dan Apostol.

His Early Life and Career

Dan Apostol was a name that had already created a buzz within Romania. However, it was initially due to his accomplishments outside of his UFO research.

Aside from being a former military aviator, Dan was someone who specialized in:

• Archeology
• Ancient civilization
• Biology
• Art
• Anthropology
• Cryptozoology
• Paleontology

He also contributed to Romania’s growing significance in the research and publishing field by operating under the following roles:

• Adviser for Eastern Europe to the Humboldt Commission (E.C.S. European Commission for Science) from 1997 to 2011
• Consultant to the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) from 1997 to 2008
• Consultant to the National Archaeological Museum of Athens from 2001 to 2002
• Scientific, cultural, and editorial consultant of the Romanian National Center for Sustainable Development from 2000 to 2011
• Editor-in-Chief (1991) and Executive Director (1992 to 1996) at Baricada Publishing House
• Coordinator of the Science-Frontiers of Knowledge and the Science-Beliterature (2003 to 2006) and Editor-in-Chief (2005 to 2006) at Cartea de Buzunar Publishing House

Between these roles, Dan also wrote and published 800 articles, 25 studies and editorials, and six anthologies between 1982 and 2011. During this period, he additionally produced or worked alongside directors for 300 TV programs and radio stations.

Dan’s published works and experience in Romania and abroad had established his name as a reputable Eastern European writer and researcher, which also cemented his credibility the moment he ventured into UFO research.

His Entry to UFOlogy

There isn’t much public information about how Dan shifted his focus to the UFO phenomenon and got involved in its research and organizations. However, with a creative and probing mind like Dan’s, it’s not surprising that he chose to dabble in the subject.

He has written and published several essays and books on the UFO phenomenon, examining encounters and anomalies through the lens of his expertise in history, archaeology, paleontology, and anthropology.

Throughout his publications, it was evident that his aim was a prejudice-free and rigorous study of unexplained aerial phenomena.

Dan’s scientific and attentive approach in discussing the subject made him one of the key figures in the Romanian UFO community, as recognized by ASFAN, a Romanian association that studied anomalies and unidentified flying objects. Although he wasn’t formally part of the organization, his works intersected with its publications post 1990.

His Works and Publications

Dan made himself known as one of Romania’s most prolific authors on the UFO phenomenon with his books about the subject. This included:

• Urme de Pasi in Cosmos (Footprints Into the Cosmos)
• OZN – Exploratorii Infinitului (Explorers of the Infinite)
• Extraterestri in Preistorie (Aliens in Our Prehistory)
• Fenomenul OZN – O Istorie Actualizata Din Dosarele Secrete (Unexplained Aerial Phenomena – An Updated History From the Secret Files)
• OZN – Adevăruri Ascunse (UFO – Hidden Truths)
• OZN, Pericol! (UFO – Danger!)

Throughout his books, Dan combined analysis of declassified files, physical evidence, theoretical frameworks, and his skeptical critique of the public’s denial. This positioned him as one of the significant figures in Eastern Europe on the subject.

Urme de Pasi in Cosmos (Footprints Into the Cosmos)

This book is Dan’s earlier work about extraterrestrial life, focusing on the hows and whys of humanity’s interest in it. He explored existing theories and research about the possibility, assessing what this discovery could mean for humanity’s future.

One of the most interesting points Dan included was his speculation about the evolution of society if it were to confirm extraterrestrial life.

OZN – Exploratorii Infinitului (Explorers of the Infinite)

This book delves into the UFO phenomenon from an exploratory perspective, positioning humanity as explorers of infinite space.

Explorers of the Infinite is one of the earliest books about UFOs to gain popularity, helping to pave the way for scholarly discussions about the subject. It’s written following Dan’s signature style: a combination of science, history, and inquiry.

Extraterestri in Preistorie (Aliens in Our Prehistory)

Dan explored the paleo-astronautics hypothesis in this book, suggesting the existence of contact between early civilizations and extraterrestrial beings. It offers a documented combination of paleo-astronautics and evidence of such encounters.

Fenomenul OZN – O Istorie Actualizata Din Dosarele Secrete (Unexplained Aerial Phenomena – An Updated History from the Secret Files)

This book comprises approximately a thousand pages of a compelling exploration of UFO events, based on confidential files.

It drew on overlooked military and official documents, grounded in credible sources and eyewitness accounts, which include well-known sightings worldwide. Dan focused on highlighting the legitimacy of the UFO phenomenon based on the volume of witnesses, challenging state denial and secrecy.

OZN – Adevăruri Ascunse (UFO – Hidden Truths)

Dan examined and synthesized the hidden truths about UFOs by analyzing unresolved cases over the decades. The book asserts that these confirm that the phenomenon exists and is being deliberately ignored by the government and parts of academia.

UFO – Hidden Truths presents an evidence-based perspective on the UFO phenomenon, reflecting Dan’s critical and analytical approach.

OZN, Pericol! (UFO – Danger!)

The book presents cases where witnesses experienced physical effects after encounters, such as:

• Radiation burns
• Physical injuries
• Psychological trauma

His Legacy in UFOlogy

Dan Apostol had criticized the government for its lack of transparency. He, alongside other researchers, believed that the government hadn’t been completely honest about what it knew or the evidence it had regarding the subject.

Although Dan could be considered a skeptic, he had expanded the field of UFO research into its physical effects. He wasn’t only researching the subject as an attempt to prove the existence of extraterrestrials. Instead, he approached the subject as a reality and gave serious consideration to its physical effects.

His perspective shifted from theory to real-world safety, from understanding whether UFOs are real or why they visit to what, if any, harm they can cause.

FAQ

Who was Dan Apostol?

Dan Apostol was a Romanian writer and researcher who gained recognition within the UFO community for his books on the subject.

Was he a real UFO investigator?

Dan Apostol didn’t necessarily investigate UFO events as they occurred. Instead, he rigorously examined existing documents and confidential cases for his books.

What did he believe about aliens?

Although he was very analytical in his approach, Dan Apostol believed in the possibility that aliens existed primarily due to the number of witnesses that have allegedly encountered them.