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Corneliu Codreanu — ink portrait
§ The minds · 1899–1938 · Romania · Iron Guard leader

Corneliu Codreanu

The mystical fascist

Religious ultranationalism of the Iron Guard.

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The 'Captain' of Romania's Iron Guard, who fused Orthodox mysticism with violent ultranationalism into one of interwar Europe's most fervently religious fascist movements.

social

Orthodox-Christian mysticism fused with extreme nationalism.

economic

Anti-capitalist and anti-communist 'national rebirth' over markets.

governance

Charismatic leader of a violent paramilitary movement.

Notable for
  • Founded the Legion of the Archangel Michael
  • Led the Iron Guard
  • Killed in custody, 1938
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