However , in Austria , the Allies feared that the people , unhappy with food shortages and a large number of refugees in the country , might support a resurgence of National Socialism .
In these socio - economic circumstances , Western leaders warned of Communist expansionism .
In Austria , the Allies feared that the people , unhappy with food shortages and a large number of refugees in the country , might support a resurgence of National Socialism .
In these socio - economic circumstances , Western leaders warned of Communist expansionism .