Baader-Meinhof Group

The Baader-Meinhof Group, also known as the Red Army Faction (RAF), was a left-wing militant organization founded in West Germany in the 1970s. It aimed to combat perceived imperialism and capitalism through radical means, including bank robberies, kidnappings, and assassinations. Named after its founders, Ulrike Meinhof and Andreas Baader, the group sought to inspire revolutionary change but became notorious for its violent tactics. The RAF is often studied for its impact on German politics and society during the Cold War and raises questions about political extremism and the limits of protest.