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Which battle was lost in 1515 by the at the time invincible Swiss Army?

A real Swiss naturalisation exam question. Answer from memory, then check.

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The correct answer

  • Battle of Marignan

Why

The Battle of Marignan in 1515 marked the end of Swiss military invincibility against French armies. This decisive defeat against King Francis I deeply affected Swiss politics and prompted the cantons to eventually adopt neutrality.

  • Battle of Marignan
  • Battle of Morat
  • Battle of Morgaten
  • Battle of Sempach

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