Helvetians, Switzers, Swiss and the Swiss Cross: historical sources in the Swiss Federal Archives dating from the time prior to the centralised state of 1798.
At the end of the 19th century, Switzerland changed from a land of emigrants to one of immigrants. Historical sources at the Swiss Federal Archives help discover traces.
Historical sources on Swiss foreign policy (representation of interests, relationship management and humanitarian involvement) in the Swiss Federal Archives.
From a military viewpoint, Switzerland was prepared for the First World War. However, the ensuing economic and social crisis brought with them many challenges for the state.
The history of Switzerland during the Second World War is to this day the subject of research and debates. Historical sources in the Swiss Federal Archives.
Forced adoptions, indentured child labourers, children in homes and travellers count among the victims of enforced welfare measures. Documents held by municipalities, cantons and the Confederation.
Historical sources in the Swiss Federal Archives document the development of the intelligence services and state security as well as the "Secret Files Scandal".
Tips and notes relating to searches for official documents from the middle ages to the present day in the Swiss Federal Archives and other institutions.
The fonds held by the Federal Archives include numerous audio-visual records such as photos, films, plans and sound recordings alongside paper-based documents.
