This intriguing photo, taken in 1919, was first published in 1975 by Sir Victor Goddard, a retired R.A.F. officer. The photo is a group portrait of Goddard's squadron, which had served in World War I aboard the HMS Daedalus, a land based ship in Gosport. An extra ghostly face appears in the photo.In back of the airman positioned on the top row, fourth from the left, can clearly be seen the face of another man. It is blown up here for you. It is said to be the face of Freddy Jackson, an air mechanic who had been accidentally killed by an airplane propeller two days earlier. His funeral had taken place on the day this photograph was snapped. Members of the squadron easily recognized the face as Jackson's. It has been suggested that Jackson, unaware of his death, decided to show up for the group photo.
This, as far as we know, is agenuine photograph. Is it convincing evidence for the survival of the human mind after death. Comment on the blog with experiences and opinions. We will discuss this at the Tea and Toast next Tuesday.
Dr. Brown
Couldn't the reason that people are so adamant that there is survival after death be that they are afraid to leave this world, knowing that there will be nothing left behind when they are uncertain of what is ahead? This could be a reason why people try so hard to find proof of survival after death, whether for themselves or a loved one. I personally think that most stories of survival of the mind after death are mainly coincidence mixed with longing for someone else. I admit that there are some very suspicious coincidences but most of these can be explained by a blurred photo or a misprint or even someone mishearing something and interpreting it wrong. Overall I think that there isn't survival of the mind after death but if you knew someone well enough that it feels like they are still here then they will always have a place in your heart and mind, whether they are present or not.
ReplyDeleteCharlotte Caine
It is true that people want survival, after all who looks forward to non-existence. However, there are many indications such as near death experiences, reincarnation and evidence such as the cross-correspondence, that does suggest the mind and existence are vastly complicated. It's also true that many experiences may be mistaken for supernatgural when they are clearly not. Thanks for a really valuable contribution Charlotte.
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