The War of the Grand Alliance (1688-1697), also known as the Nine Years' War, was a major conflict in Europe involving a coalition of several nations against the expansionist policies of Louis XIV of France. The alliance included countries like England, Spain, the Holy Roman Empire, and the Dutch Republic, who sought to curb French dominance and protect their own territories. The war was marked by numerous battles across Europe, including notable engagements such as the Battle of Landen and the Siege of Namur. It concluded with the Treaty of Ryswick in 1697, which restored the status quo and reaffirmed the balance of power in Europe, temporarily halting French expansion.