Andreas Baader
Andreas Baader was a co-founder and prominent leader of the Red Army Faction (RAF), a radical leftist terrorist group that emerged in West Germany during the 1970s. Known for orchestrating violent attacks against government officials and corporate leaders, Baader became a symbol of the era's countercultural revolutionary movements. His arrest in 1972 and subsequent trial drew significant public attention and sparked debates about terrorism, political extremism, and state response to dissent. Baader's legacy continues to evoke strong reactions in Germany, reflecting the complexities of the nation's post-war history.
Born on May 15, 1943 (81 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweden | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 4,061 | $530,000 | 213$ |
| Montenegro | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 628,066 | 277 | $5,500 | 2$ |
| Totals | 2 | 10,727,331 | 4,338 | $535,500 | 215$ |
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Montenegro:
Andreas Baader was one of the founders of the Red Army Faction who committed suicide in prison.
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Sweden:
Andreas Baader was a prominent leader of the RAF who was arrested in 1972.
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