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			<title>Ep. 23. Two Kings and the path to conflict. (And Templars?!)</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 23. Two Kings and the path to conflict. (And Templars?!)</itunes:title>
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			<itunes:subtitle>1309-1315</itunes:subtitle>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode 7 of series 2 - I'll examine the dual election of Friedrich the Fair of Habsburg and Wittelsbach Ludwig of Bavaria. We'll see how an occupation of the Monastery of Einsiedeln by the men of Schwyz drove the Habsburgs under Leopold, Friedrich's younger brother to contemplate an invasion of Schwyz. I'll also take a look at a current fringe idea that modern Switzerland “descends from” or was founded by escaped Knights Templar.</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>In this episode 7 of series 2 - I'll examine the dual election of Friedrich the Fair of Habsburg and Wittelsbach Ludwig of Bavaria. We'll see how an occupation of the Monastery of Einsiedeln by the men of Schwyz drove the Habsburgs under Leopold, Friedrich's younger brother to contemplate an invasion of Schwyz. I'll also take a look at a current fringe idea that modern Switzerland “descends from” or was founded by escaped Knights Templar.</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 22. The Assassination of King Albrecht I (1308)</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 22. The Assassination of King Albrecht I (1308)</itunes:title>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode 6 of series 2 - I recount the assassination of King Albrecht I by his nephew when crossing the Reuss near Windisch.</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>In this episode 6 of series 2 - I recount the assassination of King Albrecht I by his nephew when crossing the Reuss near Windisch.</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 21. Wilhelm Tell</title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:24:14 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>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?</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>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?</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 20. The Oath on the Rütli 1307</title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 13:07:49 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>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?</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>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?</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 19. The Sacred and Secular in the 13th/14th centuries</title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 12:06:09 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode 3 of series 2 - The Sacred and Secular in the 13th/14th centuries we'll look at several new influences on religion and thought in the Swiss lands and some new secular trends, some that connect to the sacred and some that do not. </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>In this episode 3 of series 2 - The Sacred and Secular in the 13th/14th centuries we'll look at several new influences on religion and thought in the Swiss lands and some new secular trends, some that connect to the sacred and some that do not. </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 18. Plus ça change...1291-1306</title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:02:32 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode 2 of series 2 - Plus ça change, (plus c'est la même chose)<em> </em>we'll look at how things change but largely remain the same in the 1290s and early 1300s. Something is changing in society but it will take a little longer to fully manifest.</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. I am also going to create 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>In this episode 2 of series 2 - Plus ça change, (plus c'est la même chose)<em> </em>we'll look at how things change but largely remain the same in the 1290s and early 1300s. Something is changing in society but it will take a little longer to fully manifest.</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. I am also going to create 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 <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 17. The Bundesbrief of 1291</title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:35:26 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode starting series 2 - The Bundesbrief of 1291. Why was it written? What does it say? What outcomes stem from its creation?</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. In 2026 I am going to create 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. In 2026 I’m also going to start producing special episodes for members of the podcast who sign up through Patreon. Perhaps an early example will be several episodes on Swiss Railways.&nbsp;You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>In this episode starting series 2 - The Bundesbrief of 1291. Why was it written? What does it say? What outcomes stem from its creation?</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. In 2026 I am going to create 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. In 2026 I’m also going to start producing special episodes for members of the podcast who sign up through Patreon. Perhaps an early example will be several episodes on Swiss Railways.&nbsp;You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>News 2</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 18:10:17 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>Apologies for the lack of a new episode. Unfortunately I’m just recovering from a horrendous bout of cold or flu. My voice hasn’t been useful for recoding for two weeks and I’ve fallen behind on content creation, my head feeling as if it were made of wood. The first episode of series 2 will appear early in the New Year and cover the events of 1291.</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>Apologies for the lack of a new episode. Unfortunately I’m just recovering from a horrendous bout of cold or flu. My voice hasn’t been useful for recoding for two weeks and I’ve fallen behind on content creation, my head feeling as if it were made of wood. The first episode of series 2 will appear early in the New Year and cover the events of 1291.</p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 16. Alpine Lands / Berner Oberland from circa 1200 CE</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:32:51 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>Nearly two-thirds of Switzerland's territory belongs to the Alpine region, and the Alps have profoundly shaped the entire history of Switzerland. In this episode we’ll look at the Alpine Lands particularly the Berner Oberland from circa 1200 CE onwards. </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>Nearly two-thirds of Switzerland's territory belongs to the Alpine region, and the Alps have profoundly shaped the entire history of Switzerland. In this episode we’ll look at the Alpine Lands particularly the Berner Oberland from circa 1200 CE onwards. </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 15. Rudolf I, King of the Romans (1273-1291)</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:15:21 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we’ll examine the reign of German King, Rudolf I, King of the Romans. We'll look at the events of his reign with a focus on those in Swiss territory and we'll also look as his character and how he is now viewed in Swiss history. </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we’ll examine the reign of German King, Rudolf I, King of the Romans. We'll look at the events of his reign with a focus on those in Swiss territory and we'll also look as his character and how he is now viewed in Swiss history. </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 14. The Great Interregnum (1250-1273)</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 14. The Great Interregnum (1250-1273)</itunes:title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:28:22 GMT</pubDate>
			<itunes:duration>33:13</itunes:duration>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we’ll examine the Great Interregnum when German lands of the Roman Empire had no Emperor. Kings were elected but had little power. It was a time of lawlessness but also alliances between those trying to maintain peace and trade. </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we’ll examine the Great Interregnum when German lands of the Roman Empire had no Emperor. Kings were elected but had little power. It was a time of lawlessness but also alliances between those trying to maintain peace and trade. </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a>. I’d love to hear from you.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 13. The Waldstätte or Urschweiz and what was life like in 1250 CE</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 13. The Waldstätte or Urschweiz and what was life like in 1250 CE</itunes:title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
			<itunes:duration>27:51</itunes:duration>
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			<itunes:subtitle>1250 CE</itunes:subtitle>
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			<itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we’ll take a closer look at the territory of the Waldstätte or Urschweiz as a precursor to the events of the second half of the thirteenth century and look at daily like in 1250 CE. How has it changed since our last look in 1000 CE in episode 5? </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a> with your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear from you.Ep. </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we’ll take a closer look at the territory of the Waldstätte or Urschweiz as a precursor to the events of the second half of the thirteenth century and look at daily like in 1250 CE. How has it changed since our last look in 1000 CE in episode 5? </p><br><p>There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a> with your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear from you.Ep. </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 12. Reichsfreiheit for Schwyz, Friedrich II’s death and the start of the Interregnum</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 12. Reichsfreiheit for Schwyz, Friedrich II’s death and the start of the Interregnum</itunes:title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:09:39 GMT</pubDate>
			<itunes:duration>26:44</itunes:duration>
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			<itunes:subtitle>1232-1250</itunes:subtitle>
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			<itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode>
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			<description><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events between 1232 and 1250 CE, The people of Schwyz gain Reichsfreiheit, Emperor Friedrich II dies and the Interregnum when the Empire has no leader starts. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a> with your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear from you.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events between 1232 and 1250 CE, The people of Schwyz gain Reichsfreiheit, Emperor Friedrich II dies and the Interregnum when the Empire has no leader starts. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a> with your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear from you.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 11. Cities, trade, opening of the Gotthard Pass and Reichsfreiheit for Uri</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 11. Cities, trade, opening of the Gotthard Pass and Reichsfreiheit for Uri</itunes:title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:53:03 GMT</pubDate>
			<itunes:duration>25:04</itunes:duration>
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			<itunes:subtitle>1219-1231</itunes:subtitle>
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			<itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode>
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			<description><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events between 1219 and 1231 CE, Cities are gaining more self-determination and trade is increasing causing an uptick in the need for money and hence mints.  The St. Gotthard Pass is opened for north-south traffic and as a result Uri quickly obtains imperial immediacy or Reichsfreiheit. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a> with your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear from you.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events between 1219 and 1231 CE, Cities are gaining more self-determination and trade is increasing causing an uptick in the need for money and hence mints.  The St. Gotthard Pass is opened for north-south traffic and as a result Uri quickly obtains imperial immediacy or Reichsfreiheit. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow me if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a> with your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear from you.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 10. The Walsers, Schwyz gains and the end of the House of Zähringen</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 10. The Walsers, Schwyz gains and the end of the House of Zähringen</itunes:title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 11:43:53 GMT</pubDate>
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			<itunes:subtitle>1200-1218</itunes:subtitle>
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			<itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
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			<description><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events at the outset of the thirteenth century. The Walsers commence their migrations, Schwyz gains territory in their long term struggle with Einsiedeln and the House of Zähringen comes to an end with the death of Berthold V without heirs. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a> with your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear from you.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events at the outset of the thirteenth century. The Walsers commence their migrations, Schwyz gains territory in their long term struggle with Einsiedeln and the House of Zähringen comes to an end with the death of Berthold V without heirs. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>. You can also reach out to me by email at <a href="mailto:hello@switzerlandachronicle.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@switzerlandachronicle.com</a> with your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear from you.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 9. The founding of Bern and the end of the 12th century</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 9. The founding of Bern and the end of the 12th century</itunes:title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 11:54:52 GMT</pubDate>
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			<itunes:subtitle>1175-1200</itunes:subtitle>
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			<description><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events in the last quarter of the twelfth century. Friedrich Barbarossa dies, Bern is founded, the border between Uri and Glarus is in dispute, there are some important church rebuilding projects and there is the tale of Idda of Toggenburg. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events in the last quarter of the twelfth century. Friedrich Barbarossa dies, Bern is founded, the border between Uri and Glarus is in dispute, there are some important church rebuilding projects and there is the tale of Idda of Toggenburg. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 8. Zähringer and Staufer tensions. Alpine farming and Monastery income.</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 8. Zähringer and Staufer tensions. Alpine farming and Monastery income.</itunes:title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:44:43 GMT</pubDate>
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			<itunes:subtitle>1150 - 1175 CE</itunes:subtitle>
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			<description><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events in the third quarter of the twelfth century. There are tensions between the House of Zähringen and the House of Hohenstaufen. We have some insights from original sources about Alpine Farming and the income of a large Monastery. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and  support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events in the third quarter of the twelfth century. There are tensions between the House of Zähringen and the House of Hohenstaufen. We have some insights from original sources about Alpine Farming and the income of a large Monastery. There's a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Please follow if you'd like and send me feedback. You can find me and  support me on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 7. Swiss lands in the first half of the 12th century</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 7. Swiss lands in the first half of the 12th century</itunes:title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 12:05:46 GMT</pubDate>
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			<itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
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			<description><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events in the first half of the twelfth century. Noble house are on the rise as the Empire is relatively weak. We'll also look at tensions in the heart of Swiss territory. There's also a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Find me or support on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we'll look at events in the first half of the twelfth century. Noble house are on the rise as the Empire is relatively weak. We'll also look at tensions in the heart of Swiss territory. There's also a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Find me or support on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 6. Burgundy, Swabia and the Empire in the 11th century</title>
			<itunes:title>Ep. 6. Burgundy, Swabia and the Empire in the 11th century</itunes:title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:31:22 GMT</pubDate>
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			<itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode>
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			<description><![CDATA[Having taken a break in the last episode, we return to the timeline narrative in this episode and pick up in the early 11th century. We'll look at events and changes in Burgundy and Swabia as part of the Empire in the 11th century. The Investiture Crisis between Henry IV and Pope Gregory VII has its effects. There's also a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Find me or support on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Having taken a break in the last episode, we return to the timeline narrative in this episode and pick up in the early 11th century. We'll look at events and changes in Burgundy and Swabia as part of the Empire in the 11th century. The Investiture Crisis between Henry IV and Pope Gregory VII has its effects. There's also a Facebook page where I'll share news, maps and images that support the narrative - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871351525" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switzerland, a Chronicle</a>. Find me or support on Patreon at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership</a>.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>News</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 12:15:20 GMT</pubDate>
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			<itunes:subtitle>an Update</itunes:subtitle>
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			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>I have an update about the podcast Switzerland, a Chronicle.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 5. What was life like in the year 1000 CE?</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 12:14:26 GMT</pubDate>
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			<itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we’ll take a break from the timeline narrative and examine what life was like for various people in Swiss territory at different levels of society in the year 1000 CE.</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[<p>In this episode we’ll take a break from the timeline narrative and examine what life was like for various people in Swiss territory at different levels of society in the year 1000 CE.</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep 4. Burgundy, Swabia and the Regnum Teutonicum to the Millennium</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 12:00:01 GMT</pubDate>
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			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The story continues after the fall of the Carolingian Empire with Kings in Burgundy and Dukes of Swabia under the Kings of East Francia. New noble families that will be determining history in the coming centuries appear: Houses of Zähringen, Habsburg, Kyburg and others.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep 3. To the Treaty of Verdun and the End of the Frankish Empire</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 11:08:03 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Continuing the timeline for our Chronicle of Switzerland and the Swiss peoples, I look at the Carolingian dynasty, the in-fighting that led to the Treaty of Verdun and the End of the Frankish Empire.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Continuing the timeline for our Chronicle of Switzerland and the Swiss peoples, I look at the Carolingian dynasty, the in-fighting that led to the Treaty of Verdun and the End of the Frankish Empire.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep 2. Merovingians and Carolingians</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:31:26 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Continuing the timeline for our Chronicle of Switzerland and the Swiss peoples, I look at the Frankish Empire and it's Merovingian and Carolingian dynasties.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Continuing the timeline for our Chronicle of Switzerland and the Swiss peoples, I look at the Frankish Empire and it's Merovingian and Carolingian dynasties.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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			<title>Ep. 1. Switzerland: Celts, Romans and the Migration Period</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 14:07:35 GMT</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[A history of Switzerland and the Swiss might properly open with the thirteenth century but it will be useful to provide some earlier contextual timeline. So where do we start? Where can we first detect the foundations of what we now call Switzerland with it’s peoples, culture and manner of political determination.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
			<itunes:summary><![CDATA[A history of Switzerland and the Swiss might properly open with the thirteenth century but it will be useful to provide some earlier contextual timeline. So where do we start? Where can we first detect the foundations of what we now call Switzerland with it’s peoples, culture and manner of political determination.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>]]></itunes:summary>
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