Austrofascism was a political ideology and regime in Austria from the early 1930s until the annexation by Nazi Germany in 1938. It was characterized by authoritarianism, nationalism, and a rejection of both communism and liberal democracy. The regime was led by the Fatherland Front, which sought to create a unified, Catholic, and conservative state. Under Austrofascism, political opposition was suppressed, and civil liberties were restricted. The government promoted a corporatist economic model, aiming to mediate between workers and employers. This regime also emphasized the importance of Austrian identity and sought to distance itself from the influence of neighboring Nazi Germany.