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1960 in Switzerland

Explore 2 historical events and records for Switzerland in 1960.

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Historical records for Switzerland in 1960

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April

7 April 1960

Death of Henri Guisan

Guisan, Henri · Warfare / Military

Death of Henri Guisan

Other events (month unknown)

1960

European Free Trade Association Begins

Max Petitpierre · Stockholm · President of Switzerland · Government / Government of Switzerland

During Petitpierre's presidential year, Switzerland became a founding participant in the European Free Trade Association.

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