Which of the following was an important goal of the Congress of Vienna?
a. To destroy France
b. To execute Napoleon by guillotine
c. To establish a balance of power in Europe
d. To establish Vienna as the new capital of Europe
Ans: c. To establish a balance of power in Europe
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