Congress of Vienna Overview

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What was the Congress of Vienna?
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The Congress of Vienna was a diplomatic conference held in 1814-1815 to restore political balance in Europe after the Napoleonic Wars.
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When did the Congress of Vienna take place?
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The Congress of Vienna took place from September 1814 to June 1815.
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Why was the Congress of Vienna convened?
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To redraw Europe's political boundaries and restore old order after the defeat of Napoleon.
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Who were the main participants in the Congress of Vienna?
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Austria, Russia, Prussia, and Great Britain were the main participants.
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What was the significance of the balance of power principle at the Congress of Vienna?
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It was meant to prevent any one nation from becoming too powerful and dominating Europe.
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How did the Congress of Vienna affect France?
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France was reduced to its pre-revolutionary borders and the monarchy was restored.
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What was the German Confederation?
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A loose association of 39 German states created at the Congress of Vienna.
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How did the Congress of Vienna impact Italy?
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Italy was divided into multiple states under varied influence, with significant Austrian control.
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What was the result for Poland in the Congress of Vienna?
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Poland was divided, with the larger part becoming a Russian protectorate.
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How did the Congress of Vienna influence future European diplomacy?
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It established a framework for diplomatic protocols and conferences in Europe.
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What were the Congress System or Concert of Europe?
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An informal agreement among major powers to maintain balance of power through regular meetings.
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What treaties were formed during the Congress of Vienna?
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Major treaties included the Treaty of Paris (1815) and the Final Act (1815).
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Who was Klemens von Metternich and his role?
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Metternich was the Austrian Foreign Minister and a leading figure at the Congress.
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What was the principle of legitimacy advocated during the Congress?
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It aimed to restore legitimate monarchs to the throne to ensure political stability.
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What was the Holy Alliance?
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An alliance among Russia, Austria, and Prussia formed after the Congress to promote Christian values in European politics.
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