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Which treaty was responsible for the total independence of Switzerland?
A real Swiss naturalisation exam question. Answer from memory, then check.
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- Treaty of Westphalia
Why
The 1648 Treaties of Westphalia were responsible for Switzerland's total independence, formally recognizing its sovereignty and ending the suzerainty of the Holy Roman Empire. This official international recognition enabled Switzerland to establish itself as an independent state in Europe. Westphalia marked the starting point of internationally recognized Swiss neutrality.
- Treaty of Basel
- Treaty of Concordia
- Treaty of Westphalia
- Treaty of Berlim
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