© spaceshipriderTo those pursueing understanding of the Younger Dryas,
An excellent proposal with much evidence was previously compiled and submitted for having one or more major impacts by asteriods on the ice cap prior to the Younger Dryas Period. However, other major factors must be considered to complete an analysis of all the events that occurred closely preceding and following this major geological and climatic change on Earth.
Traditions of the worldwide cultures specify particular catastrophic effects. If you believe in the utilization of comparative mythology then other major factors are 1) major global flooding; 2) decription of a celestial visitor; 3) break-up and fall of a celestial visitor; 4) aerial falls of hail, gravel, stones, dust, combustible/resinous materials, and ferruginous substances; 5) vast effects on vegetations; 6) axial/rotational changes; 7) boiling rivers/lakes/oceans; 8) the coming of ice and cold climate; 9) conflagration and firestorms; 10) cyclonic winds; 11) prolonged darkness; 12) stellar derangement; 13) deafening thunder and lightening; 14) topographical changes; 15) records of lost lands and lakes; and finally 16) references to pre-diluvian civilizations. The impact of comets or asteriods as described cannot account for all these global effects.
The extinctions of particular flora and fauna are very mysterious especially in North America. Larger types of fauna went extinct leaving behind smaller animals including man. Why were piles of mammoth bones left on islands along the Siberian coast? Why is a baby mammoth found completely preserved as if freeze-dried with daisies in its mouth? This specimen is on exhibit in St. Petersburg, Russian. Why are piles of animal bones of both prey and predator found in the end of caves throughout the northern latitudes?
Why did the following geophysical changes occur during the late Pleistocene times? These incredible changes are formation of deserts; dried-up rivers, lakes, and seas; disappearance of land-bridges and land masses; marine displacements; stratal inversion; crustal tilting and shortening; lateral crustal displacement; sea-floor collapse; and land subsidence.
Other mechanisms must be considered for these calamities. In fact, such mechanisms should have logical connections to each other. I have proposed such mechanisms which do include asteroid impact(s).
I would like to insert part of my journal regarding this topic. The journal has about 50 pages. I could "select all", "copy" and "insert" into one of these postings. But, please tell me if this is considered appropriate or even allowed. I am hoping for a reply from Mr. Chandler. Thank you.
Have a wonderful orbit,
Spaceship Rider
