HIS103Y1 Lecture : 5 Arbiter of Europe.docx
Document Summary
Gain new territories at the expense of the spanish and netherlands. But dutch escaped, disappointed that spain was not main enemy. New opponent to the east - german states of hre, opposing a real threat. Not much security on that border so a treaty signed aug 1679. France got the attention of europe because of their power. Denmark and brandenburg vs. sweden (ally of france) Louis wanted for them to give up their territory over sweden. When france made a political statement and if the others did not comply, army = leverage. National security via diplomatic means - more territory. Went back to treaty of westphalia and nygemen to find unclear statements to gain more territory. France set up chambers of the union (4 special courts) - set in newly gained territories. Northeastern border was declared by france outraging germany. Greatest gain via diplomatic and legal means not war.
