The Swabian War (1499) was a conflict between the Swiss Confederation and the Swabian League, a group of German states. The war arose from tensions over territorial disputes and the Swiss desire for independence. The Swiss sought to defend their autonomy against the influence of the Holy Roman Empire. The war concluded with the Battle of Dornach, where the Swiss forces achieved a decisive victory. This led to the signing of the Treaty of Basel, which recognized Swiss independence and marked a significant step in the decline of the Swabian League's power.