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In 1972, Stephen A. McNallen founded a group known as the Viking Brotherhood.
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Two years later in 1974, the name was changed to the Asatru Free Assembly.
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In 1986 the group split off into two other organizations known as the "folkish" Ásatrú Alliance, and the "universalist" Troth. This was due to debate over polygamous relationships within the religion.
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in 1986, the Asatru Free Assembly due to burnout. It was also due to polygamous relationships and while denied, racial politics. The members of the religion also did not want to have to pay for their work.
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in 1995, the Asatru Folk Assembly was officially founded. It is also known as the "New AFA"
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In 1999, the AFA tried to buy land in North California to make a religious community. They promised to donate land to the supporters, but never did.
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In the late 90s, the group got in a fight after touching the ancient remains of the "Kennewick Man" claiming it was their ancestor.
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After almost 20 years with little notable activity, their facebook group was removed for white supremacy and hate speech.
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In 2019, 2 members of the national guard resigned due to ties with another white supremacy group called Ravensblood Kindred, which was linked closely to the AFA.
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In August 2024, Zachary Babitz who is a member of the AFA was arrested for Murder, Robbery, and car jacking among other crimes.