2. Erik Svensson www.swissworld.org

3. Geographic location made Switzerland a prized possession during the mid 19 th century Became a centralized state (country) in 1848 following the Sonderbund War It’s recognition as a country allowed Switzerland to remain the territory it is today and not be broken up Brief History of Switzerland www.swissworld.org

4. Switzerland is famously known for its architecture. Their cities are some of the most artistically designed cities around the world. Switzerland similarly to America is a very diverse country. There are no formal customs, but rather vary among its citizens and the background Swiss Culture (Zurich) www.swissworld.org

5. Switzerland Diversity Switzerland’s diversity can be traced back form centuries ago. Due to its positioning in the Alps, Switzerland offers trails that can cross over these mountains and is a very popular spot for trading. Because of this Switzerland actually has 4 national languages: German (64%), French (20%0, Italian (7%), and Romansh (.5%). The other (8.5) represents numerous languages spoken by the citizens (Diversity 2012). www.swissworld.org

6. GermanFrenchItalianRomanshOther 64%20%7%.5%8.5% Language Breakdown www.swissworld.org

7. The Alps (Morrell) www.swissworld.org

8. The Alps have played an important part in the history of Switzerland. The Alps are one of the largest mountain ranges in the entire world. This can make travel across them difficult, especially in the older times when aviation travel wasn’t possible. Switzerland was a prized land possession due to its access to paths that allowed trade to safely cross the mountain range. Countries sought this land but the country was formally recognized in 1848. Along with its beautiful cities, the Alps are a large attraction and bring in a large amount of tourism to Switzerland. Despite being covered in snow year round, the temperatures actually can be fairly warm. The view form the tops of the mountains provide a scenic picture of the landscape of Switzerland. Importance of the Alps www.swissworld.org

9. Loose confederation, took centuries to develop, briefly occupied by France Battle of Sunderland occurs in 1847. Relatively quick civil war and almost bloodless Recognized as a country in 1848 following a more centralized government Recap of Switzerland History www.swissworld.org

10. http://www.swissworld.org/en/cultur e/ www.swissworld.org

11. This assignment was a good way to refresh and learn the skills needed to make a formal PowerPoint. Prior to this, I have never used a footer or table in my powerpoints. I also have rarely used sounds before in my powerpoints. This was a good way for me to learn how to properly cite information as well. I am use to mostly MLA formatting so it was new using APA. New things learned www.swissworld.org

12. Culture - Switzerland - Information. (n.d.). Switzerland's information portal - Switzerland - Information. Retrieved September 10, 2012, from http://www.swissworld.org/en/culture/ http://www.swissworld.org/en/culture/ Diversity in Switzerland. (n.d.). Welcome to the American Swiss Foundation. Retrieved September 10, 2012, from http://www.americanswiss.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=vie w&id=118&Itemid=106 http://www.americanswiss.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=vie w&id=118&Itemid=106 History - Switzerland - Information. (n.d.). Switzerland's information portal - Switzerland - Information. Retrieved September 9, 2012, from http://www.swissworld.org/en/history/ http://www.swissworld.org/en/history/ Zurich, Switzerland, Retrieved September 10, 2012, from http://top10hm.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/zurich-switzerland.jpg http://top10hm.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/zurich-switzerland.jpg Morrell, C. Alps, Retrieved September 10, 2012, from https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=4715561813521&set=a.47155 45333109.2193830.1428732129&type=3&theater https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=4715561813521&set=a.47155 45333109.2193830.1428732129&type=3&theater Bibliography www.swissworld.org