R.C. Christian

R.C. Christian is the mysterious pseudonym used by the person or persons who anonymously commissioned the controversial Georgia Guidestones monument in Elberton, Georgia, in 1979. Despite decades of investigation and speculation, the true identity behind this name has never been definitively established.

In June 1979, a well-dressed man identifying himself as Robert C. Christian approached Elberton Granite Finishing Company with plans for a large granite monument. He claimed to represent a small group of loyal Americans who wished to remain anonymous but wanted to leave a message for future generations. The name was clearly a pseudonym, as he acknowledged when pressed by company president Joe Fendley.

Christian provided detailed specifications for what would become the Georgia Guidestones: a 19-foot tall granite structure with four upright stones supporting a capstone, inscribed with ten guidelines for humanity in eight different languages. He demonstrated substantial financial resources, immediately providing the funding necessary for the expensive project without seeking estimates from other companies.

The mysterious patron insisted on complete anonymity as a condition of the commission, stating that neither he nor his group ever wanted their identities revealed. He arranged for all communications to go through Wyatt Martin, a local banker who served as intermediary but also never learned Christian's true identity.

The guidelines inscribed on the monument promoted population control, world government, and spiritual unity, generating controversy from the beginning. Some viewed them as reasonable principles for global harmony, while others saw them as evidence of a sinister elite agenda for world domination.

Numerous theories have emerged about R.C. Christian's identity, ranging from individual wealthy philanthropists to representatives of secret societies or global organizations. Some have suggested the name refers to Christian Rosenkreuz, the legendary founder of Rosicrucianism, while others propose more mundane explanations involving local business figures or eccentric millionaires.

The mystery has spawned extensive internet speculation and investigation, but no conclusive evidence has emerged to definitively identify R.C. Christian or establish the motivation behind the monument's creation.