Switzerland and War addresses the paradox that Switzerland, a country neutral for over four centuries, has an equally long tradition of bearing arms. The communal decision after the defeat at…

This text deals with perceptions of Switzerland held by a variety of minority groups. A historical review of attitudes to Jews prior to World War II precedes chronological essays on…

It was not until 1971 that Swiss women acquired the right to vote at federal level. Since then, they have been assuming their rightful role in Swiss public life. Women…