What was the Congress of Vienna?

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What was the Congress of Vienna?

The Congress of Vienna was a diplomatic conference held in 1814-1815 in Vienna, Austria, with the aim of reestablishing peace and stability in Europe after the Napoleonic Wars. It brought together representatives from major European powers to negotiate and redraw the map of Europe, restore monarchies, and establish a balance of power system to prevent future conflicts. The Congress of Vienna played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of Europe for the next several decades.