Art introduces Al Bielek, a man who claims to have been part of the Philadelphia Experiment, an attempt to render the USS Eldridge invisible, which allegedly ended in tragedy. Bielek, now residing in Atlanta, Georgia, after moving from Arizona, shares his story with Art from the kingdom of Nye, covering the high desert and the great American Southwest. Initially accepting his birth date as March 31, 1927, Bielek’s narrative takes a turn in 1988 when he recalls his actual involvement in the experiment and that his real name was Edwin Cameron, not Al Bielek. This realization leads him to uncover that he was originally born on August 4, 1916, as Edwin Cameron, son of Alexander Duncan Cameron. The story dives deep into the complexities of identity, military service, and government conspiracies, revealing that records of both Edwin and his brother Duncan’s existences have been meticulously erased by government agencies. This erasure includes birth certificates and all documentation relating to their early lives, further mystifying the Philadelphia Experiment.
Bielek clarifies that the movie “The Philadelphia Experiment” accurately portrayed the experiment’s initial stages but diverged from actual events afterward. He recounts that instead of ending up in Utah as depicted in the film, he and others involved in the experiment were immediately apprehended upon their arrival at Montauk, Long Island. This deviation awakened dormant memories in Bielek, leading him to piece together his involvement through recalled memories and discussions with others familiar with the experiment. Bielek reveals his original identity as Edward Cameron and discusses the extensive efforts made by government agencies to erase his and his brother Duncan’s identities. He also mentions interactions with a retired naval officer and others who were involved in the experiment or had knowledge of it, further validating his claims. These conversations and revelations helped Bielek reconstruct the narrative of the experiment, despite the challenges posed by the erasure of historical records.
Al Bielek delves into the origins and theoretical underpinnings of the Philadelphia Experiment, tracing it back to initial efforts by Nikola Tesla, Dr. John Hutchinson, and Dr. Em. Curtin in 1931 to make objects invisible. The project, initially a paper study funded by naval research money, sought to explore the manipulation of an object’s time phase to achieve invisibility without resorting to time travel. Franklin Delano Roosevelt, familiar with Tesla since World War I, appointed Tesla as the director of the project, which was moved to the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey, in 1934. This institute, home to luminaries such as Albert Einstein and Dr. John von Neumann, became the premier think tank working on the project.
The research focused on the structure of space-time and how an object’s time phase could be altered to phase it out of visible reality while remaining in the physical realm. The mathematical foundations for this work were influenced by Dr. David Hilbert’s theories on multiple space and realities and were further developed by the institute’s staff. The project saw its first hardware test in 1936, which was partially successful, encouraging further development. By 1940, a fully successful test was conducted at the Brooklyn Navy Yard on a small tender, demonstrating the project’s progression from theoretical studies to practical experimentation.
The discussion progresses to the technical execution of the Philadelphia Experiment, focusing on the successful test conducted on a small naval tender, weighing about 250 tons. This test marked a significant advancement, as the experiment’s critical equipment was installed on board, with supplementary heavy equipment placed on two additional ships adjacent to the test vessel. For safety and uncertainty about the experiment’s outcome, no one was on board the test vehicle, and the equipment was operated via long cables.
Art Bell transitions the conversation back to the foundational principles underlying the experiment. Al Bielek offers insights into the theoretical framework, emphasizing that our universe is not merely three or four-dimensional but extends into higher dimensions. He references the work of Russian mathematician Peter Spence, who posited a five-dimensional universe, with time constituting both the fourth and a novel fifth dimension. This fifth dimension, according to Bielek, allows for manipulating the flow rate of time through a second vector at right angles to our conventional perception of time.
Bielek elaborates on the experiment’s goal to affect this second vector, thereby altering the rate of time flow and achieving invisibility or phased reality for the test object, in this case, a ship. He explains this complex field manipulation in terms of affecting the electromagnetic energy around the object, making it invisible or altering its position in space-time. This manipulation aimed to move the object partially out of our reality, exploring the boundaries between multiple interrelated realities within our universe.
Al Bielek further explains the mechanics behind making the naval tender invisible during the 1940 Brooklyn Navy Yard test. The process hinged on generating a specific electric field through a radio transmitter, which was then modulated at a frequency of 160 megahertz, a cutting-edge technology at the time. This system incorporated both electric and magnetic fields, with the latter being both rotating and modulated to produce a desired effect. The experiment employed Tesla coils designed by Nikola Tesla himself, which were conical in shape and utilized water-cooled hollow copper tubing. These coils were directly connected to the ship’s generators, which were capable of producing a substantial power output necessary for the experiment.
The interaction between the electric and magnetic fields was designed to also affect the gravity field, a key component in altering the ship’s visibility. The overall system aimed to create a rotating field that would manipulate the object’s placement within the fabric of space-time, making it invisible not only to the human eye but to radar systems as well.
Bielek discusses the detailed setup of the Philadelphia Experiment’s technical apparatus, which included both magnetic and radio frequency (RF) fields operating in tandem to achieve invisibility. Four devices generated a magnetic field, and four antennas created an RF field at 160 megahertz. Both the magnetic and RF fields were rotating, with the magnetic fields rotating at different speeds but in the same counterclockwise direction. This intricate interaction of fields was truncated at the lower half by seawater, which acted as an absorber for both RF and magnetic energy. The experiment utilized substantial power, with the RF field powered by four transmitters, each emitting 500 kilowatts, and the magnetic fields powered to a total of approximately 375 kilowatts TVA (teravolt-amperes) for each coil.
Bielek then transitions into his personal history and involvement in the experiment. Born in August 1916, with his brother Duncan born in May 1917, Bielek narrates their upbringing and education, leading up to their enlistment in the Navy in September 1939. They were assigned to the Institute for Advanced Study in January 1940. Bielek emphasizes their technical roles within the Navy, given their backgrounds in physics. He also touches upon their father’s mysterious involvement with military intelligence and espionage, hinting at his role in smuggling Jewish and ex-Nazi scientists out of Germany, which eventually led to their work in special projects at Brookhaven National Laboratories.
After joining the Institute for Advanced Study in 1940, Al Bielek and his brother Duncan discovered they had much to learn about cutting-edge physics and mathematics, far beyond their academic education. They were introduced to complex concepts like John von Neumann’s special mathematics and the unified field theory, underpinning the Philadelphia Experiment. This period of rapid learning occurred before the Brooklyn Navy Yard test, which was classified as Project Rainbow following its success. The project aimed to render a ship invisible, a goal achieved during a test with a naval tender, making it invisible to both the eye and radar. This success led to the project’s classification and the initiation of clearances for all involved personnel.
The experiment, primarily theoretical until its proven success, required the brothers to shuttle between the Institute and the Philadelphia Navy Yard, where offices for classified projects were established. Bielek’s narrative then shifts to the preparations for a more ambitious test on a battleship, highlighting the concerns of Nikola Tesla, the project’s director, about the potential dangers of high-powered electromagnetic fields on personnel.
Nikola Tesla, concerned about the safety implications of the high-powered electromagnetic fields required for the Philadelphia Experiment, deliberately sabotaged a test by misconfiguring the equipment, resulting in a non-event with some equipment failures. Subsequently, Tesla departed from the project, and Dr. John von Neumann took over as the lead. Von Neumann shifted the project’s approach from analog to pulse modulation, aiming for higher peak power levels and abandoning the initial battleship test in favor of a ship designed specifically for the experiment. This ship, later known as the USS Eldridge, was outfitted with special modifications and heavy equipment, including two 75 kVA generators and a separate power system, to accommodate the experiment’s needs.
The project, now advancing under von Neumann’s guidance, sought an all-volunteer crew for the Eldridge, who underwent special training. This period marked a significant transition in the project’s execution, with von Neumann’s redesign aiming to circumvent the issues Tesla had identified.
Despite Tesla’s innovative contributions and formidable reputation, his lack of a formal Ph.D. stirred some professional jealousy among his peers, highlighting a blend of respect and rivalry within the project’s team.
Following Tesla’s deliberate sabotage of a test to prevent potential harm due to unresolved safety concerns, von Neumann took the helm. He shifted the project’s focus towards pulse modulation, significantly increasing the power levels of the RF transmitters from half a megawatt to two megawatts each, theoretically allowing for peak pulse power of up to 20 megawatts. This adjustment aimed to enhance the experiment’s effectiveness while addressing the challenges of synchronizing the equipment and mitigating potential adverse effects on the crew.
Von Neumann’s modifications included the addition of a third generator to compensate for the increased power requirements. However, this led to an accident that injured a technician, underscoring the experimental risks involved. Despite these setbacks, the project proceeded with sea trials and further testing, culminating in a full-scale test scheduled for July 1943 in the Philadelphia harbor. This test aimed to render the USS Eldridge invisible to both sight and radar, marking a pivotal moment in the experiment.
The narrative also touches on the special training of a volunteer crew for the USS Eldridge, emphasizing the project’s secrecy and the high stakes of the experimental technology being tested.
During the first test of the Philadelphia Experiment, the USS Eldridge became invisible to sight and radar, surrounded by a greenish fog, a byproduct of large amounts of ozone gas generated by the experiment. Observers noted an anomalously large waterline and a visible hole in the bay, suggesting the ship might be floating on air rather than water. This prompted Captain Harrison to discontinue the test. Personnel on deck experienced severe disorientation and nausea, showing the effects of exposure to high electromagnetic fields, while those below deck, protected by the steel structure, were unaffected.
Following this initial test, concerns about the health impacts on the crew led to further adjustments. Dr. John von Neumann, seeking to mitigate these effects, increased the power of the RF transmitters for a subsequent test, aiming for invisibility primarily to radar rather than to the naked eye. This adjustment required a shift in the phase around the time coil, rather than a reduction in power, to maintain radar invisibility while attempting to lessen biological impacts.
As preparations for a second test on August 12, 1943, progressed, the Navy insisted on radar invisibility as the primary objective. Despite these adjustments, the biological effects on crew members remained a concern. A secondary crew was initially onboard for hydrostatic tests of the hull, but this was canceled at the last minute, and the test proceeded with just the primary crew.
In the second test of the Philadelphia Experiment on July 22, 1943, the USS Eldridge achieved radar invisibility but was still partially visible through a fog. Then, after a bright flash of blue light, the ship disappeared completely, leaving no waterline, causing panic among observers, including Dr. John von Neumann. For approximately four hours, there was no contact with the ship until it reappeared in the harbor with structural damage and a broken special radio antenna. A boarding party discovered four sailors in critical condition, two embedded in the ship’s steel deck and two in its bulkheads, demonstrating the horrific physical effects of the experiment.
Al Bielek and his brother Duncan, operating the experiment’s equipment, noticed anomalies within the first 30 seconds, including electrical arcing in the control room without high voltage equipment present. With the situation deteriorating and unable to shut down the power, they decided to abandon the control room. Jumping overboard to escape, they did not hit the water but found themselves falling through a tunnel, eventually landing on dry ground at a military base at night, which turned out to be Montauk, Long Island, in the year 1983.
Confronted by military personnel and an older Dr. John von Neumann, who revealed they were now part of the Montauk Project, Bielek and his brother were informed they had traveled 40 years into the future. This startling revelation linked the Philadelphia Experiment to the Montauk Project, suggesting a continuity of government experiments in time travel and advanced technology, far beyond what was conceivable in 1943.
After the USS Eldridge reappeared in the harbor, it was evident something had gone drastically wrong. The ship had returned with structural damage, and a boarding party found four sailors in critical condition, embedded in the steel of the ship’s deck and bulkheads. This horrific outcome was a direct result of the experiment, highlighting the dangerous and unpredictable nature of the high-powered electromagnetic fields used.
Al Bielek and his brother Duncan, after being sent to the future (1983) as part of the Montauk Project, were instructed to return to the Eldridge to shut down the equipment, thereby stopping the hyperspace bubble that was growing and potentially threatening Earth. Upon their return, they successfully disabled the equipment, but not without witnessing the dire effects on the crew and the ship itself.
The narrative also delves into the theoretical dangers of the experiment, including the potential for a hyperspace bubble to engulf the Earth if not contained. This concern underscores the experiment’s reach into unknown scientific territories and its potential consequences on a global scale.
Following the experiment, a board of inquiry was convened, where Bielek’s report, including his trip to the future, was met with skepticism, particularly by Dr. von Neumann. Despite the disastrous outcomes, the Navy considered conducting another test, highlighting the military’s relentless pursuit of technological advancement, even in the face of profound risks.
In October 1943, the final experiment with the USS Eldridge was conducted with the ship placed on station and all personnel removed. The control equipment was operated by remote cable. This test again resulted in the ship’s disappearance and subsequent return, but the equipment used for the invisibility test was left in ruins. Following this event, the Navy decided to re-equip the ship for war duty, and it was put into normal operations of the war from January 1944 onwards. The Eldridge was retired in 1946, put into mothballs, and in 1951, as part of an agreement with the Greek Navy, it was transferred and renamed the Leon, remaining in service to this day.
Al Bielek’s narrative then transitions into his post-experiment life, where he remained in the Navy as a career officer. Dr. John von Neumann, despite his skepticism regarding Bielek’s extraordinary claims about time travel and the future, undertook a project to build a time machine. According to Bielek, von Neumann sent him back to the 1980s to obtain proof of the future events Bielek recounted. This endeavor ostensibly validated Bielek’s experiences, with von Neumann eventually moving on to work on the Los Alamos bomb project.
According to Bielek, he was subjected to memory erasure and physical age regression, a process purportedly developed by the government to rejuvenate individuals physically without affecting their memories. He suggests that this technology was a closely guarded secret and claims that Howard Hughes was involved in related research aimed at reversing the aging process.
Skeptics might find Bielek’s claims outlandish, but he encourages them to do their research. He mentions the existence of physical age regression experiments aimed at reversing aging, distinguishing these from psychological regression, and claims that these technologies were not available to save notable individuals like Einstein because they were not fully functional until the late sixties or early seventies.
Bielek further asserts that he was transported back in time to 1963, reborn into a new body with his memories initially stripped, a process that he later managed to reverse, regaining his memories of past events and his involvement in time-travel experiments. He contends that time travel has been in use since before the eighties, with both the United States and Germany developing functional systems during World War II.
In 1973, the Navy conducted a test to explore the effects of altering events in the past, specifically attempting to eliminate someone’s existence by removing their ancestor before conception. Despite the success of the mission in the past, it had no impact on the individual in the present, leading to questions and theories about the nature of time and its quantum properties. This experiment suggested that altering events in a localized time quanta does not affect the broader timeline, an insight that aligns with theories in quantum physics.
Bielek’s narrative transitions into his personal journey, highlighting his experiences with memory suppression and age regression, a secretive government technique purportedly capable of physically regressing individuals to a younger state without losing their memories or capabilities. Despite skepticism from others, Bielek insists on the reality of his experiences, pointing to the existence of advanced, clandestine government projects beyond public awareness.
Bielek recounts his involvement with the Montauk Project, an extension of the Philadelphia Experiment into realms of time travel and manipulation of reality. After being sent back in time and stripped of his memories, he was reintroduced into the timeline as a young child with a new identity. Throughout his life, Bielek maintained an intense interest in the Philadelphia Experiment, which was rekindled after watching a movie on the subject in 1988, leading him to explore his past connections further.
In the mid-1980s, Bielek met Preston Nichols and Duncan Cameron, individuals who would become central to his understanding of his past involvements with time travel and the Montauk Project. Their shared experiences and gradual recovery of suppressed memories underscore the complex narrative Bielek weaves, involving advanced technologies, government secrecy, and the manipulation of time and identity.
Al Bielek’s recounting of his experiences transitions into discussing the complexities of time travel, particularly the concept of altering events in the past without affecting the present due to the quantization of time as suggested by quantum physics. This idea was explored through an experiment conducted by the Navy in 1973, where they attempted to change the present by affecting the past, specifically by eliminating the father of a person they wanted to disappear. However, the targeted individual remained unaffected in the present, leading to the conclusion that only the time quanta in the visited area were disturbed, not those in the continuum leading to the present.
Bielek further delves into the Montauk Project, where he claims to have been sent back to 1927, experiencing life from that point forward with no memory of his past, including his involvement in the Philadelphia Experiment. This segment of his story touches on the government’s alleged capabilities of age regression and memory manipulation, which he suggests were used on him to start life anew as Al Bielek.
The narrative shifts to a Q&A session with the audience, where Bielek addresses skepticism about his claims, emphasizing that his motivations are not financially driven. He insists on the veracity of his experiences, supported by others in the field and visible evidence, such as the remnants of the Montauk base.
Al Bielek discussed the resurgence of the invisibility project in 1947 under the guidance of John von Neumann, leading to its successful resolution in 1953. Bielek emphasizes the distinction between invisibility, or cloaking, and time travel—where invisibility involves making an object undetectable to energy reflections, and time travel physically removes an object from the present time frame.
In response to a question about replicating the time travel experiment, Bielek admits that while he grasps the basic theory, the precise technical knowledge required to rebuild the equipment has not fully returned to him. Despite this, he expresses interest in potentially participating in future time travel projects, showcasing his enduring fascination with the subject.
Bielek touches on various topics, including the Roswell incident, revealing his belief in the well-documented yet officially denied occurrence of an extraterrestrial crash and the subsequent government investigation involving prominent scientists like Dr. John von Neumann and Vannevar Bush.
He also recounts his re-engagement with the Montauk (Phoenix) Project in the 1960s and 70s, utilizing his expertise as an electronic engineer. Bielek’s narrative concludes with the Montauk Project’s apparent shutdown in 1983, followed by a secretive revival and expansion, suggesting the project’s continuation under new objectives.
Al Bielek delves into the current applications of time travel, suggesting it’s being used for future insights into politics, economics, and especially impending geological or environmental changes. He implies that by looking into the future, entities can prepare or adjust for forthcoming events. Bielek also responds to inquiries about the Montauk Project and the Philadelphia Experiment, addressing skepticism and providing his perspective on various speculative and mysterious aspects of these stories.
According to Bielek, invisibility technology, or “cloaking,” has advanced significantly since the Philadelphia Experiment, becoming a standard feature in modern military applications, including aircraft. This technology, he notes, is distinct from time travel, which involves moving objects or individuals out of the current time frame, making them physically absent from their original location.
The discussion transitions to questions from the audience, covering topics like the involvement of extraterrestrial technology in time travel experiments and the presence of aliens as observers in the Montauk Project. Bielek suggests that alien technology played a crucial role in developing time travel capabilities, indicating a cooperative effort between humans and extraterrestrials with their own agendas.
Listeners express a mix of fascination and skepticism, posing questions that range from the technical aspects of the experiments to the broader implications of time travel and interaction with alien species. Bielek’s responses further entwine the narrative with themes of advanced technology, government secrecy, and the intersection of human and alien interests.
Al Bielek addresses the question of why he was kept alive and elaborates on the complexities of time travel, particularly the consequences of creating disturbances in the space-time fabric. He explains that, according to the mathematical work of Dr. Norman Levinson, ripping a hole in space-time, as allegedly happened during the Philadelphia Experiment and its linkage to the Montauk Project in 1983, created significant disturbances in the flow of time. These disturbances were predicted to take 20 years to dampen to a non-threatening level, suggesting a normalization of the time-space fabric by August 12, 2003. Bielek and his brother Duncan acted as “human dampers” to stabilize these disturbances, preventing further ruptures in space-time.
The conversation shifts to caller interactions, where Bielek discusses his interest in various conspiracy theories, including the “Conspirators’ Hierarchy: The Committee of 300” by Dr. John Coleman, which outlines a global conspiracy for a one-world government. This part of the discussion highlights Bielek’s deep involvement in and endorsement of alternative histories and conspiracy theories beyond his time travel claims.
One caller questions the possibility of using age regression in space travel, to which Bielek responds by discussing hyperspace travel and its implications for aging, suggesting that conventional concerns about aging in space may not apply when considering faster-than-light or hyperspace travel technologies.
Al Bielek addresses inquiries about the nature of his existence during the period he claims to have been both Edward Cameron and Al Bielek, detailing how he lived parallel lives for 20 years from 1927 to 1947 without the two identities crossing paths. He suggests that government oversight ensured these two versions of himself never met, thereby avoiding any potential disturbances in the time continuum. Bielek elaborates on the theoretical foundations of time travel, invoking the mathematical work of David Hilbert, John von Neumann, and Albert Einstein, and explaining the concept of manipulating the fifth dimension to control the fourth dimension (time) within a limited area to achieve invisibility.
The conversation shifts to address skepticism regarding the feasibility of using electromagnetism to render objects invisible, given the structural properties of matter. Bielek provides a simplified explanation, suggesting that invisibility was achieved through time manipulation, creating a field where electromagnetic energy, including light, is not reflected, rendering the object invisible to both the eye and radar.
The discussion also touches on Lyndon LaRouche and the political ramifications of his and his associates’ imprisonment, hinting at the suppression of free speech. Furthermore, Bielek mentions the widespread presence of black helicopters across the nation, suggesting they operate under a multi-jurisdictional force that includes foreign military personnel, all wearing uniform insignia.
Al Bielek discusses the legacy of Nikola Tesla, emphasizing his innovative visions for free energy and advanced technologies, including weapon systems and antigravity. Bielek laments the suppression of Tesla’s ideas by financial interests like J.P. Morgan, who prioritized profit over technological advancement. He suggests that Tesla’s contributions could have significantly altered the course of technological development, potentially avoiding the environmental and energy crises faced today.
A caller inquires about the possibility of using government-restricted technologies for age regression to restore his health, reflecting the broader implications of such technologies for society. Bielek acknowledges the existence of these technologies but notes their restricted use by the government, highlighting the ethical and practical dilemmas of widespread access to life-extending or regenerative treatments.
Al Bielek discusses the mysterious circumstances surrounding the adoption and subsequent life of a one-year-old baby, suggesting a complex situation involving memory manipulation and adoption to cover up his time-travel-induced rebirth. He further explains his dual existence as Edward Cameron and Al Bielek, living parallel lives for 20 years, emphasizing the government’s efforts to prevent their paths from crossing to avoid potential time disturbances.
Bielek also touches on the age regression process, revealing that he was 30-31 years old in 1947, when he was regressed to the age of one and sent back to 1927. This led to him living two consecutive lifetimes, which, if combined, would make him around 97 years old. However, according to his legal birth certificate, he is 66-67 years old.
The conversation shifts to questions about the technicalities of time travel, including the challenges of accounting for Earth’s displacement through space. Bielek clarifies that time manipulation does not affect one’s physical position relative to Earth’s movement through space, as both the traveler and the Earth are locked in the same space-time continuum.
The discussion then explores Bielek’s claims about Mars expeditions, suggesting that underground caverns once inhabited by an ancient civilization were discovered. This revelation hints at extensive exploration and interaction with extraterrestrial environments and artifacts, further blurring the lines between science fiction and Bielek’s narratives.
Bielek addresses the significance of the date August 12, 1983, connecting it to the human body’s biorhythms and the Earth’s own cycles, suggesting a deeper cosmic alignment influencing the outcome of the Philadelphia Experiment and the Montauk Project.
Al Bielek delves into the synchronization of biorythms between humans and Earth, occurring every 20 years on August 12th, which he claims facilitated the link between the 1943 Philadelphia Experiment and the 1983 Montauk Project. He suggests this date’s significance was known to those at Montauk, hinting at an alien agenda to create a rift in space-time for large-scale extraterrestrial access to Earth, marking the beginning of what he describes as an “alien invasion” starting around 1947.
The discussion also touches on time travel’s capabilities and limitations, including the ability to travel far into both the past and future, though Bielek denies altering historical events himself. He notes Montauk’s attempts to influence future events, particularly in stabilizing Earth’s orbit.
Communication with aliens is broached, with Bielek indicating that contact is more often initiated by extraterrestrials than humans, mentioning the existence of Star Wars defense systems aimed at unauthorized spacecraft approaching Earth.
The concept of psychotronics, or the study of the interaction between mind and matter, is briefly explored, suggesting government and civilian research into this field is well-established and advanced.
As the interview concludes, Bielek shares his contact information for those interested in reaching out to him, reflecting on the extensive correspondence he receives related to his experiences and theories.
The program concludes with Art Bell emphasizing the fascinating technical details discussed in the first two hours of the show, which delve into the complexities of the Philadelphia Experiment and related topics. For those interested in obtaining a tape of this or any other program, they are encouraged to call the provided number (503-664-7966) which operates 24 hours a day. The host acknowledges the high demand for copies of the program and advises persistence in case of busy lines. This episode offers a comprehensive exploration of the Philadelphia Experiment, featuring Al Bielek’s extraordinary claims and the theoretical underpinnings of invisibility and time travel.