Berthelier's Ultimate Sacrifice

Berthelier's Ultimate Sacrifice. The Genevans have a long history of fighting for their freedom, and in 1519, Philibert Berthelier, a Genevan patriot, was exec…

Location: Geneva, Fribourg, Switzerland

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The Genevans have a long history of fighting for their freedom, and in 1519, Philibert Berthelier, a Genevan patriot, was executed for his role in the struggle for independence. His sacrifice was not in vain, as it paved the way for Geneva to become a republic and eventually join the Swiss Confederation.

Source: Récit de l'Escalade de 1602

Berthelier's Ultimate Sacrifice — Fribourg, Canton of Zurich

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