Did Switzerland Really Invade Liechtenstein?

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In summary, despite rumors, France did not surrender to both countries at the same time. It is not uncommon for Swiss soldiers to lose their way due to their poor geographic orientation. Although Switzerland is known for its neutrality, they do have an army for defense and emergency situations. The Swiss Army also plays a role in conservation and providing security for events. There is a distinct difference between the Swiss Army and the Swiss Guard, but they do have some similarities such as the recruitment process.
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Uups, that's an embarassing situation!
Since I live in Switzerland, I'm aware of the bad geographic orientation of the Swiss army! :smile:
 
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I'm kind of surprised that Switzerland has an army - aren't they permanently neutral or something?
 
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they do permanent guard duty at the vatican.
 
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SticksandStones said:
I'm kind of surprised that Switzerland has an army - aren't they permanently neutral or something?

I believe that is regulated in their laws. Just because they are neutral does not mean that they do not have a defense towards an aggressive attack on their soil.

There is a difference between the Swiss Guard and the Swiss Army.
 
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Switzerland is one huge fortress. The entire male adult population is armed and that pictoresque mountain shack posed strategically near a mountain pass is probably an antitank gun in disguise.
 
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In the Swiss Army, you learn how to defend yourself with weapons as for example an assault rifle or a tank. However, the main aim of the Swiss Army is to manage the surviving of the Swiss people in an emergency. During or after a natural disaster, the help of the Army may be a great support.
Also, the Swiss Army is involved in the conservation of nature and natural resources.
Sometimes, when a big event like a concert or a sport event takes place, the Swiss Army people provide a security.
 
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They also wear funny costumes, and protect the pope :smile:
 
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Anttech said:
They also wear funny costumes, and protect the pope :smile:

Again, there is a difference between the Swiss Army and the Swiss Guard.
 
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Moridin said:
Again, there is a difference between the Swiss Army and the Swiss Guard.
There is also a whole bunch of similarities for example the recruitment process, and the fact you have to be in the swiss army before you are in the guard.. :smile:
thanks for reiterating your point however
 
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FAQ: Did Switzerland Really Invade Liechtenstein?

What exactly happened when Switzerland invaded Lichtenstein?

In 2007, a group of Swiss soldiers accidentally entered Lichtenstein while on a training exercise. They quickly realized their mistake and left without any conflict or confrontation.

Was the invasion intentional or a mistake?

The Swiss government stated that it was a mistake and apologized to Lichtenstein for the incident. There is no evidence to suggest that it was intentional.

How did Lichtenstein react to the invasion?

Lichtenstein officials downplayed the incident and stated that they had not even noticed the Swiss soldiers. They also expressed their appreciation for the Swiss government's prompt apology.

Has Switzerland invaded Lichtenstein in the past?

No, this was the first and only recorded incident of Switzerland invading Lichtenstein. The two countries have a close and peaceful relationship.

What impact did the invasion have on the two countries' relations?

The incident did not have a significant impact on the relations between Switzerland and Lichtenstein. Both countries have continued to maintain their close ties and have since signed several agreements for mutual cooperation.

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