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Switzerland, a Chronicle

Switzerland, a Chronicle

By: Peter Walker
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A history of Switzerland and the Swiss peoples from Celtic times to the Modern Era.

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Episodes
  • Ep. 22. The Assassination of King Albrecht I (1308)
    Apr 5 2026

    In this episode 6 of series 2 - I recount the assassination of King Albrecht I by his nephew when crossing the Reuss near Windisch.


    There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - Switzerland, a Chronicle. If you like what I’ve started please consider supporting me through Patreon, a link for that is also in the episode notes. You can find me and support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership. You can also reach out to me by email at hello@switzerlandachronicle.com. I’d love to hear from you.

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    22 mins
  • Ep. 21. Wilhelm Tell
    Mar 22 2026

    In this episode 5 of series 2 - I recount the story of Wilhelm Tell and the shooting of an apple from the head of his son and then look at how the Swiss hero has been perceived and emulated during subsequent history. What is his status today?


    There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - Switzerland, a Chronicle. If you like what I’ve started please consider supporting me through Patreon, a link for that is also in the episode notes. You can find me and support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership. You can also reach out to me by email at hello@switzerlandachronicle.com. I’d love to hear from you.

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    24 mins
  • Ep. 20. The Oath on the Rütli 1307
    Mar 8 2026

    In this episode 4 of series 2 - I recount the stories of the Oath on the Rütli or Rütlischwur of 1307. Is the event historical? How does it affect subsequent events since it does form a core part of the liberation tradition in Switzerland?


    There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - Switzerland, a Chronicle. I am creating a podcast website that will largely replace this and include the text of the episodes. If you like what I’ve started please consider supporting me through Patreon, a link for that is also in the episode notes. You can find me and support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership. You can also reach out to me by email at hello@switzerlandachronicle.com. I’d love to hear from you.

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    31 mins
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