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Information About Switzerland
Website includes a look at Switzerland's government, culture, economy, education, geography, history, and more. Learn about what the Swiss eat, how high their mountains are, and much more.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Switzerland
Provides an overview of the culture of Switzerland. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Places of Peace and Power: Einsiedeln, Switzerland
An excellent overview of the religious significance and history associated with Einsiedeln, Switzerland as a pilgrimage destination. Also includes information about the "Black Madonna."
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Switzerland: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Switzerland in Central Europe.
Ohio State University
Osu History Teaching Institute: Immigration to America in the 1800s
Students will be introduced to the reasons people came to America and the different modes of transportation used for the journey. Students will follow the journey of one man from Switzerland to Ohio.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Switzerland
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Switzerland, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Switzerland
Click-through facts-and-photo file about Switzerland's geography, nature, history, people and culture, and government. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its European location.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Switzerland
Kids learn about the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Switzerland on this site.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Switzerland
This site from Flags of the World displays a picture and description of the flag of Switzerland. It also includes the history of the flag, its symbolism and the usage of the confederation cross.
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Media History Digital Library: Global Cinema Collection (1904 1957)
A large collection of original publications from other countries that focus on the film industry.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Arnold Von Winkelried
History of the legendary Arnold Von Winkelried, who was a supposed hero of Swiss history leading the army in the battle of Sempach, against Hapsburg Duke, Leopold III.
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Central america.com: Costa Rica: Switzerland of Central America
This website focuses on Costa Rica. It provides information about its history, culture, regions, population, weather, tourism, and more.
PBS
Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...
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The German Way: Notable People From the German Speaking World
This is an encyclopedic listing of important people in German, Austrian and Swiss history. Each person is identified in a brief paragraph.
Curated OER
Unesco: Switzerland: Three Castles, Defensive Wall & Ramparts of Bellinzona
The Bellinzona site consists of a group of fortifications grouped around the castle of Castelgrande, which stands on a rocky peak looking out over the entire Ticino valley. Running from the castle, a series of fortified walls protect the...
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Paul Klee (1879 1940)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art provides this informative page on the Swiss expressionist painter Paul Klee (1879-1940). With information and pictures this in a nice resource for study.
Curated OER
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Switzerland
Learn about religion in Switzerland, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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Who Are the Mennonites?
This site invites the viewer to explore the Mennonite tapestry to learn about their history, beliefs, and culture and how they are adapting to a changing world.
White Pine Pictures
White Pine Pictures: Rene Richard: Painter of the North
Rene Richard was a native of Switzerland who worked as a trapper and hunter to avoid the hardships of farming life that his family endured. He came to appreciate Alberta's north and went to France to train as an artist. When he returned,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Swiss Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Swiss Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Abbey of Einsiedeln
A long and detailed description of the religious significance of the Abbey of Einsiedeln, its history, and pilgrimage destination. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the...