U.S. English Foundation Research SWITZERLAND Language Research 2. Background: Background notes Switzerland's independence (August 1, 1291) and neutrality have long been honored by the major European powers and Switzerland did not participate in either World War I or II. The political and economic integration of Europe since World War II may be rendering obsolete Switzerland's concern for neutrality.

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