>Thomas Edward Beckham is certainly a colorful figure. Debate about him
>ranges far and wide. Was he a con man? Was he for real? Why did he lie?
>Do we know when he is telling the truth?
>
>This curious character plays a central role in Mellen's long-awaited book
>AF2J. One would think those on the net would be allowed to examine
>objectively the various aspects of his character and experiences, in order
>to determine for ourselves his credibility and value.
>
>But John, in his inimitable WC apologist style, has managed to create a
>page for AF2J that attempts (of course) to diminish the significance of
>the book in general and, in particular, create the impression that Beckham
>does not deserve to be believed:
>
>http://mcadams.posc.mu.edu/mellen.htm
>
>But then, should we believe John?
>