Researchers
Erich von Däniken (1935-2026)
Erich von Däniken is a Swiss author whose 1968 book Chariots of the Gods? launched the global Ancient Astronauts movement and dramatically influenced popular culture’s view of extraterrestrials in human history.
Key Contributions
- Author of Chariots of the Gods? and many follow-up books
- Founder of the Ancient Astronauts theory
- Massive worldwide impact on alternative history
