Peace of Westphalia

1648 CE · political

The Peace of Westphalia ended the Thirty Years' War through a series of treaties signed in 1648.

The treaties strengthened the principles of state sovereignty and territorial integrity in Europe and introduced regulations concerning relations between denominations. The Peace of Westphalia is regarded as a turning point in the development of the modern system of states and of international relations.

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What was Peace of Westphalia?
The Peace of Westphalia ended the Thirty Years' War through a series of treaties signed in 1648.
When did Peace of Westphalia happen?
1648 CE