1. The Congress of Vienna

2. What was the Congress of Vienna?
A series of meetings in Vienna
Establish long-lasting peace and stability on the European continent after the defeat of Napoleon

3. Five Great Powers Russia Prussia Austria Great Britain France
Klemens von Metternich
Austria
Most influential man at the meeting

4. Metternich’s Goals
Prevent future French aggression by surrounding France with stronger countries
Restore a balance of power – no country would be a threat to others
Legitimacy - Restore Europe’s royal families to the thrones that Napoleon had taken over

5. Why was the Congress of Vienna considered a success?
Peace lasted for 40 years
Involved cooperation of nations of the entire continent – came up with a fair punishment
Created a new balance of power in Europe

6. Conservative Europe
Holy Alliance – pledged to base their relations with other nations on Christian principles in order to combat the forces of revolution
Concert of Europe – nations would help one another if future revolutions broke out
Conservatives (those who like tradition) were in control once again, however, new ideas about democracy and rights were spreading fast

7. Long Term Legacy
The long-term legacy of the Congress of Vienna stated that foreign control will only lead to calls for revolution
Democracy is the best way to ensure equality and justice for all

8. The Vienna Settlement Balance of power Stability Problems of the peace
Redrew map (containment)
Stability
“legitimate” monarchs
Problems of the peace
New map creates enemies (nationalism)
Looking Ahead
Nationalism remained a powerful force
Nationalism – loyalty to a nation and want it to be best!