The Treaty of Ryswick was signed in 1697, marking the end of the Nine Years' War in Europe. This conflict involved major powers like France, England, and the Dutch Republic. The treaty aimed to restore peace and establish boundaries, with France agreeing to return territories it had captured during the war. The treaty was negotiated in the town of Ryswick, near The Hague in the Netherlands. It recognized the sovereignty of various territories and helped to stabilize relations between the involved nations. The Treaty of Ryswick laid the groundwork for future diplomatic agreements in Europe.