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1882 in Switzerland

Explore 3 historical events and records for Switzerland in 1882.

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Historical records for Switzerland in 1882

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January

1 January 1882

Bavier Leads Federal Council

Bavier, Simeon · Bern · President of Switzerland · Government / Government of Switzerland

Bavier serves as Switzerland's federal president during 1882.

1 January 1882

President of Switzerland

Bavier, Simeon · Bern · President of Switzerland · Government / Government of Switzerland

Begins a one-year term as President of the Swiss Confederation.

1 January 1882

Swiss Presidency Begins

Bavier, Simeon · Bern · President of Switzerland · Government / Government of Switzerland

Begins his term as President of the Swiss Confederation.

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