Action française

Action française was a French nationalist and monarchist movement that emerged in the early 20th century. It championed traditional Catholic values, the monarchy, and a strong, centralized government, opposing liberalism, socialism, and democracy. The movement promoted the idea of restoring the monarchy as a means to uphold social order and national identity. Influenced by ideas of order and tradition, it gained popularity among conservative circles, particularly after World War I, and was associated with monarchist and nationalist politics. Its influence waned after World War II due to its associations with fascist sympathies, but it played a significant role in shaping right-wing political thought in France.