War of the Polish Succession

The War of the Polish Succession (1733-1738) was a conflict sparked by the death of the Polish king, Augustus II, and the ensuing struggle over his successor. Multiple European powers, including France and Russia, backed different candidates, leading to military confrontations. The war reflected broader European rivalries and the shifting alliances of the time. Ultimately, the conflict concluded with the Treaty of Vienna in 1738, which recognized the French candidate, Stanisław Leszczyński, as king while maintaining a delicate balance of power in the region, highlighting the intertwined nature of national interests and royal succession in Europe.