The Nine Years' War (1688-1697), also known as the War of the Grand Alliance, was a conflict primarily involving the kingdoms of France and a coalition of European powers, including England, the Dutch Republic, and the Holy Roman Empire. The war arose from tensions over territorial expansion and the ambitions of French King Louis XIV. The war concluded with the Treaty of Ryswick, which restored the status quo in Europe and marked a temporary halt to French expansion. It significantly impacted European politics and military strategies, shaping alliances that would influence future conflicts.