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... in Europe. Each country and representative had their own aims and ambitions: Britain wanted a balanced Europe that would not require further involvement so that it would be able to concentrate on its colonies, Prussia wanted Saxony, Russia wanted Poland and Austria wanted a bigger say in the politics of central Europe. Each one of these ambitions was completed with varying degrees of success. Of the five representatives at the congress, Prince Von Metterninch was the most influential and successful and became known as the "Coachman of Europe". During the congress he openly voiced his critical opinion of revolution and Popular sovereignty, explaining that "Union between the monarchs is the basis of the policy which must now be followed to save society from total ruin"1. His charismatic, determined and subtle nature ensured neither Russia or Prussia was bale to gain all the territory they demanded, and he succeeded in creating a ...