The Congress of Vienna

The Congress of Vienna, held from 1814 to 1815, was a diplomatic meeting of European powers after the Napoleonic Wars. Its main goal was to restore order and stability by reestablishing the balance of power among nations, redrawing borders, and reinstating monarchies that had been overthrown. Key figures included leaders from Austria, Britain, Russia, and Prussia. The decisions made at the Congress aimed to prevent future conflicts and maintain peace in Europe, leading to nearly a century of relative stability known as the "Concert of Europe." Its legacy influenced international relations and diplomacy in the following years.