Found in the heart of Europe, Austria was always bound to have a storied history, and a storied history does it ever have. It has been the stomping grounds for the ancient Romans, a base for the mighty Hapsburgs, and a part of Nazi Germany Austria. Today, its history is on display across the land, characterized in its people, its buildings, and its very soul. Covering every aspect of Austrian history would require an untold amount of pages, so this article will give you a summary of the history of Austria, from its roots as a hangout for various tribes, to its role today as a neutral, European democracy.