Second Austrian Republic

The Second Austrian Republic refers to Austria's political state established after World War II in 1945, following the end of Nazi rule. It replaced the previously annexed Austria and was characterized by regained independence, democratic governance, and integration into Western institutions like the European Union. This period marked Austria’s reconstruction, economic growth, and neutrality in international conflicts, especially during the Cold War. It remains Austria's current political system, emphasizing democracy, neutrality, and maintaining a peaceful, stable society built on the foundations of its post-war revival.