After the defeat of Napoleon, European heads of governments had a series of meetings known as the Congress of Vienna in order to establish long-lasting peace and stability in Europe. The five "great powers" of Europe sought to restore a balance of power using the twin principles of legitimacy and stability.
For proper restoration of power and balance to Europe, it was necessary for monarchs and royal families to be returned to their rightful thrones. Also, France had to be weakened to strengthen the weaker countries around France to make definite that no country in Europe could easily overpower another.
This era marked a time of several political changes throughout Europe. Including territorial changes, many alliances were signed to undo the effects of the French Revolution.
For proper restoration of power and balance to Europe, it was necessary for monarchs and royal families to be returned to their rightful thrones. Also, France had to be weakened to strengthen the weaker countries around France to make definite that no country in Europe could easily overpower another.
This era marked a time of several political changes throughout Europe. Including territorial changes, many alliances were signed to undo the effects of the French Revolution.