The Treaty of Utrecht was a series of agreements signed in 1713 that ended the War of the Spanish Succession. This conflict involved several European powers, including France, Spain, Great Britain, and the Dutch Republic, and was primarily about who would inherit the Spanish throne. The treaty established a balance of power in Europe by redistributing territories. Great Britain gained significant territories, including Gibraltar and parts of Canada, while France and Spain agreed to limit their power. The treaty marked a shift in European politics, promoting diplomacy over warfare in resolving conflicts.