jan 1, 1700 - Balance of Power (1700)
Description:
The idea that countries should unite against the most powerful countries to protect their own independence and destroy the threat of domination. This was particularly powerful around the end of the 17th century as William III created many coalitions against France, such as The Grand Alliance. (Palmer, 148)Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1700
Now
~ 326 years ago