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, and Great Britain, and was primarily about who would inherit the Spanish throne. The treaty aimed to restore balance in Europe by redistributing territories and establishing new boundaries. As a result of the treaty, France ceded territories in North America and Europe, while Great Britain gained significant land, including Gibraltar and parts of Canada. The treaty also recognized Philip V as the King of Spain, ensuring that the French and Spanish crowns remained separate.