Tag Archives: Liechtenstein

June 14, 1866

Posted on June 14, 2016 by Joel Byers

On This Date in TWISTED-HISTORY.com! in 1866, the country of Liechtenstein was required by treaty to send troops to help in the Austro-Prussian War. The Prince sent 80 soldiers and at the end of the seven weeks war the troops march back without a single casualty. In fact, of the who 80 marched out, 81 … Continue reading →

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March 1, 2007

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Joel Byers

On This Date in TWISTED-HISTORY.com! in 2007 the Swiss Army mistakenly invaded Liechtenstein. The Swiss President, Micheline Calmy-Rey, claimed that the 171 strong Swiss Army Company incorrectly read their map during a military exercise and travelled two kilometers into Liechtenstein before they realized their error. Liechtenstein said it wasn’t that big of a deal and … Continue reading →

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