Historical Events tagged with "neuchatel"
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Military & Warfare
Swiss Victory at the Battle of Grandson
February 3rd, 1476 549 years ago
The Old Swiss Confederacy defeated Charles the Bold at Grandson, marking a significant victory. This battle was part of the Burgundian Wars, where the Swiss aimed to resist Burgundian expansion. The Swiss employed effective tactics and took advantage of the terrain, leading to a surprising defeat for Charles and his forces, prompting a desperate retreat.
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