The History Of Little Europe
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Hello, and welcome to The History of Little Europe! This podcast is an exploration of the history of some of the less-studied European countries. The idea is that understanding these states gives us a better understanding of the whole continent. Currently, they are covering the history of Switzerland.
The History Of Little Europe
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In this episode, we watch the political divisions caused by the French Revolution build across 150 years, climaxing at the French Revolution, the dissolution of the Confederacy, and establishment of the Helvetic Republic ..read more
The History Of Little Europe
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In this episode, we cover the tumultuous period of the Protestant Reformation in Switzerland, and the formal independence of the Confederation. ..read more
The History Of Little Europe
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In this episode, we cover the Confederation’s conflict with the Swabian League, and the rise of the Swiss Mercenary industry ..read more
The History Of Little Europe
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In this episode, we cover the confederation’s rapid expansion and involvement in large scale European Conflicts ..read more
The History Of Little Europe
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In this episode, we watch the new Swiss Confederation expand across the Plateau, going from 3 Cantons to 8 ..read more
The History Of Little Europe
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In this episode, we cover the foundational years of the Old Swiss Confederacy as they forge an eternal alliance and attempt to drive out the Habsburgs ..read more
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In this episode, we cover the remainder of the Carolingian Dynasty, the rise of Otto the First, and the establishment of the Holy Roman Empire ..read more
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In this episode, we cover Louis the Pious, and the partitions of the Kingdom made by his sons ..read more