A major outcome of the Congress of Vienna (1814-1815) was the restoration of a balance of power in Europe following the Napoleonic Wars. Delegates from the major powers—Austria, Russia, Prussia, and the United Kingdom—sought to prevent the dominance of any single state, particularly France. The Congress resulted in territorial adjustments, restoring monarchies, and establishing a framework for diplomatic relations aimed at maintaining peace. The principle of legitimacy guided decision-making, emphasizing the restoration of traditional authority. The agreements made during the Congress of Vienna significantly influenced European politics for the next century, contributing to relative stability and the prevention of widespread conflict until World War I.