Francis Parker Yockey
Lawyer and philosopher; wrote 'Imperium'
Born
September 18th, 1917
107 years ago
Died
1960
65 years ago — 43 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Born in 1917, a lawyer and philosopher focused on political theory and cultural critiques. He authored 'Imperium', a controversial work discussing geopolitics, history, and society from a nationalistic perspective. The text gained notoriety for its radical ideas and is considered a significant contribution to far-right thought.
Wrote 'Imperium', a political treatise
Discussed American nationalism and culture
Engaged in post-World War II political discourse
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