Age of Metternich (Austrian)—1815-1848› Wanted a balance of power in Europe and

promoted conservatism Great Britain and France will develop

constitutional democracies representing its populace

Germany, Austria, and Russia suppressed democratic urges of their populations

The TASKrulers of Europe must restore stability between nations of Europe and ensure revolution did not reappear in their domains.

Rulers of Europe took one of Napoleon’s ideas and copied › France’s efficiency in controlling its population

In the period following the Napoleonic wars, states created› Larger , efficient bureaucracies› Secret police forces› Censorship offices

nations from the Congress of Vienna (Britain, Russia, Prussia, and Austria)agree that one nation cannot take major action in international affairs without working with the othersCongress system› 1818—Treaty of Aix-La-ChapelleFrance

admitted based on “good behavior”; occupation army removed

Each country’s (5) aims and priorities. Major compromises that occurred. Political changes that resulted.

Austria—maintain a balance of power; opposed expansion of Prussia and Russia

France—wanted to be restored as a major power

England—maintain a balance of power and check the expansion of Russia

Prussia—sought more territories in eastern Germany

Russia—wanted Poland and collective security alliance

France surrounded with three strong nations: Netherlands, Austria, Prussia But was not severely punished

Prussia and Russia disappointed at amount of land gained

Metternich pleased that Prussia did not gain all of Saxony and Russia did not gain all of Poland Austria became most powerful German state

Britain pleased with the limited Russian expansion

Prince von Metternich has been nominated for the Hall of Fame: Leaders of Europe. You have been selected to provide a speech in support of him. Use the handout to guide your speech.

#1-3—Rise to prominence #4-6—Role and impact at the Congress

of Vienna #7-8—Political forces at work in Europe #9-10—Legacy of Metternich