Eugenio Siragusa

Early Life and Military Service

Eugenio Nunzio Siragusa was born on March 25, 1919, in Catania, Sicily. After completing elementary school, he enlisted in the Italian Navy and served with distinction, participating in two naval battles and receiving two military crosses for valor. This background would later feature prominently in accounts of his later life, lending some credibility to those who knew him personally before his UFO claims.

Initiation of Cosmic Contact

Siragusa's UFO experiences began in 1952 when he claimed to perceive a cosmic ray emanating from a UFO, which he interpreted as proof of extraterrestrial intelligence. From that point forward, he reported receiving telepathic messages over a ten-year period. However, the turning point came on April 30, 1962, when he claimed his first direct, physical encounter with beings from other worlds. According to his account, he was at home in Catania when he felt a strong inner calling. Looking out his window, he observed a luminous object hovering over Mount Etna. Compelled by an inexplicable force, he drove his car to Monte Manfrè (also called Sona-Manfré), an extinct crater on the volcano's slope at 1,370 meters elevation. After several hours of waiting, Siragusa claimed to encounter two tall, luminous beings nearly two meters in height, wearing transparent suits. He described them as having clear, nearly translucent skin, long hair down their backs—one blond, one brunette—with large, beautiful eyes of different colors. A beam of green light paralyzed him momentarily before tranquilizing him, allowing communication with the beings.

Messages and Teachings

Following the 1962 contact, Siragusa claimed to receive extensive telepathic messages about cosmic knowledge. He reported receiving teachings on the origin of Earth, the creation of humanity, the law of reincarnation, the existence of advanced civilizations from other worlds, and the presence of great spiritual masters and extraterrestrial beings on the planet. Three themes supposedly dominated the extraterrestrial communications: justice, peace, and love. Siragusa published his alleged messages and teachings in multiple volumes, most notably Siragusa: Mensajero de los Extraterrestres (1977), distributed through the publisher EDAF. His writings emphasized warnings about nuclear weapons and promoted global peace, spiritual enlightenment, and cosmic brotherhood.

Foundation of Fratellanza Cosmica

In response to his claimed contacts, Siragusa founded Fratellanza Cosmica (Cosmic Fraternity), a ufological religion headquartered in Italy that attracted followers seeking cosmic spiritual teachings. The movement presented itself as a path to understanding humanity's place in the universe and receiving guidance from higher extraterrestrial intelligences. Siragusa's charismatic personality and claims of direct contact with advanced beings drew numerous devotees, particularly in Italy and parts of Spain and South America. The organization remains active to this day, though with reduced membership and influence compared to its heyday in the 1970s and 1980s.

Controversy and Disputed Legacy

Siragusa's legacy remains deeply contested within UFO history. While some regard him as a genuine conduit for extraterrestrial wisdom, others have characterized him as exploitative and manipulative. Critics have alleged that he operated as a sect master who financially exploited vulnerable followers and enforced strict behavioral controls. Documented incidents include the death of a child who suffered from malnutrition due to Fratellanza Cosmica dietary restrictions, and suicides among followers struck with guilt over their involvement. A notable 1978 incident allegedly occurred at Catane prison, where guards and inmates reportedly witnessed a UFO landing that left a hexagonal burn mark on the prison courtyard before departing at high velocity—though verification of this claim remains elusive. Despite widespread publicity and cultural impact in European UFO circles, no physical evidence has ever substantiated Siragusa's contact claims, and scientists regard his accounts as anecdotal or paranormal in nature.