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1974 in Switzerland

Explore 4 historical events and records for Switzerland in 1974.

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Historical records for Switzerland in 1974

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February

8 February 1974

Death of Fritz Zwicky

Zwicky, Fritz · Science / Astronomy

Death of Fritz Zwicky

November

28 November 1974

Relayer

Moraz, Patrick · London · Member of Yes · Arts / Popular Music

Plays keyboards on Relayer, the only Yes studio album featuring him.

Other events (month unknown)

1974

Jura Autonomy Referendum

Ernst Brugger · Jura · President of Switzerland · Government / Government of Switzerland

During Brugger's presidency, voters in the Jura region approved the principle of establishing a separate canton.

1974

Yes

Moraz, Patrick · London · Member of Yes · Arts / Popular Music

Joins Yes as keyboard player after Rick Wakeman leaves.

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