Furrer Joins Founding Federal Council
Jonas Furrer became a member of the first Federal Council established under Switzerland's new federal constitution.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Jonas Furrer Biography and Timeline
Follow Jonas Furrer through 5 dated historical records for Switzerland.
Jonas Furrer, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1848–1858Years on this page
1848
Furrer Chosen First Federal President
After the federal constitution entered into force, Jonas Furrer became the first president of the newly organised Swiss Confederation.
1852
President of Switzerland
Begins a one-year term as President of the Swiss Confederation.
Role range: 1852-1852
1855
President of Switzerland
Begins a one-year term as President of the Swiss Confederation.
Role range: 1855-1855
1858
President of Switzerland
Begins a one-year term as President of the Swiss Confederation.
Role range: 1858-1858
Records, sources and methodology
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