The Concert of Europe

The Concert of Europe was a system of alliances and diplomatic discussions established in the early 19th century after the Napoleonic Wars. It aimed to maintain peace and stability in Europe by ensuring that the major powers—like Britain, Austria, Prussia, and Russia—cooperated and resolved disputes collectively, rather than through war. This arrangement sought to balance power among nations and prevent any one country from becoming too dominant. The Concert of Europe helped to manage international relations and maintain relative peace in Europe until the rise of nationalism and other tensions led to conflicts later in the century.