Baldur Springmann (31 May 1912 – 24 October 2003) was a German organic farmer, publicist, and

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politician. One of the pioneers of the environmentalist movement in

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, Springmann helped found The Greens before withdrawing to involve himself in right-wing extremism. Springmann is considered an important figure in

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ideology.

Early life and military career

Springmann was born in

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in 1912. During the Second World War, Springmann was a member of the SS.

Involvement in Green politics

Springmann was a founding member of The Greens.

Far-right extremism

Today, Springmann is viewed positively by the neo-nazi National Democratic Party.

Death and legacy

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Springmann, Baldur 1912 births 2003 deaths German farmers Ecological Democratic Party politicians German politicians Nazi Party members SS personnel Sturmabteilung personnel Stahlhelm members German neo-Nazis Alliance 90/The Greens politicians