The War of the League of Augsburg (1688-1697) was a conflict in Europe primarily involving the coalition of several nations against the expansionist policies of King Louis XIV of France. The war began when the League of Augsburg, formed in 1686, sought to curb French territorial ambitions, leading to battles across the continent, including in the Holy Roman Empire and the Spanish Netherlands. The war concluded with the Treaty of Ryswick in 1697, which restored the status quo and recognized the territorial gains made by both sides. This conflict set the stage for future rivalries in Europe, influencing the balance of power for years to come.