Treaty of Oxford

The Treaty of Oxford, signed in 1713, marked the end of hostilities in the War of the Spanish Succession between several European powers including Britain and France. It aimed to establish a balance of power and prevent any single nation from dominating Europe. Key outcomes included territorial changes, such as Britain gaining control of Gibraltar and the island of Minorca. The treaty also sought to secure peace and stability in Europe, but it ultimately failed to maintain long-term harmony, leading to further conflicts in the years that followed.