1D.7.3.1 The Nine Years' War (1688–1697)

• What was the duration of the Nine Years' War?

  1688 to 1697
• The Holy Roman Empire was weakened, allowing Louis XIV to expand France's influence
• Louis XIV's expansionist policies were a major cause of the Nine Years' War.
• What was William III's primary aim in the Nine Years' War?

  To contain French power
• Match the aims of Britain and France during the Nine Years' War:

  Limit French expansion ↔️ Dominate Europe

  Secure economic interests ↔️ Expand territorial control

  Balance European power ↔️ Overthrow William III
• Arrange the key allies of Britain and France in opposing pairs:

  1️⃣ Britain's Dutch Republic vs. France's Ottoman Empire

  2️⃣ Britain's Holy Roman Empire vs. France's German States

  3️⃣ Britain's Spain vs. France's James II Supporters
• The Dutch Republic was a major trading partner and ally of Britain
• Which battle secured William III's rule in Ireland during the Nine Years' War?

  Battle of Boyne
• William III's containment policy was a major cause of the Nine Years' War.
• Which battle resulted in French control of the English Channel during the Nine Years' War?

  Battle of Beachy Head
• The Nine Years' War led to the establishment of the Bank of England.
• Match the provisions of the Treaty of Ryswick with their consequences:

  Territorial Restoration ↔️ Temporary peace in Europe

  Recognition of William III ↔️ Shift in balance of power

  Trade Concessions ↔️ Enhanced British influence
• The Treaty of Ryswick recognized William III as the legitimate King of England.