The Unwavering Bystander During World Wars
Throughout World War 1 and 2, more than 30 countries found themselves embroiled in conflict. The causes of each war are well-documented, but Switzerland was one nation that managed to remain on the sidelines, witnessing the battles from a distance.
While the Swiss had an army prepared to defend their borders, they never had to engage in combat. Instead, they focused on quintessentially Swiss activities like crafting chocolates, indulging in hot cocoa, skiing, and, most importantly, maintaining neutrality. In retrospect, their decision to stay out of the fray was a rather clever strategy.
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