The Congress of Vienna was a diplomatic meeting held from 1814 to 1815, aimed at restoring stability in Europe after the Napoleonic Wars. Representatives from major powers, including Austria, Prussia, Russia, and Great Britain, gathered to negotiate territorial changes and establish a balance of power to prevent future conflicts. The congress resulted in significant territorial adjustments, such as the re-establishment of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the creation of the German Confederation. The agreements made at the Congress of Vienna laid the groundwork for European diplomacy and peace for nearly a century, influencing international relations well into the 20th century.