Denys Springer Had a wide interest in: politics, Labour relations, the environment, international relations, court arbitration, and media.
Prided himself on being an expert on the history and political relations between Taiwan and China.
Once a member of the Royal Air Force of the United Kingdom.
Worked as a secondary school teacher in England.
Lectured at SALCC and his students’ performance suggests he was an effective lecturer.
Wrote and spoke extensively on social issues.
He enjoyed the popularity of his social commentaries on television.
Could be very abrasive in response to criticism.
Never was he too old to learn something new.
Looked well for his age until he fell sick. Always full of energy and ready to do political battle.
I think his one regret was not being made Saint Lucia’s Ambassador to Taiwan. He felt he was the most qualified for the post and was extremely disappointed he did not get that position. The Taiwanese Embassy saw him as a loyal friend who promoted the right of the country’s right to self-determination.
Built a family in the later part of his life, his youngest child still only 11 years. He was proud of it.
As a start to the discussions around him.