The grand phrases of "reconstruction of social order," "regeneration of the political system of Europe," "a lasting peace founded on a just division of strength" . . . were uttered to tranquillize the people . . . but the real purpose of the Congress was to divide amongst the conquerors the spoils taken from the vanquished.
–Friedrich von Gentz
According to Gentz, what was the true purpose of the Congress of Vienna?
1. to restore the social order
2. to promote Enlightenment ideals
3. to create a lasting peace on the continent
4. to divide Europe among powerful monarchs
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