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Switzerland is a federation of 23 Cantons, three of which in 1291
created a defensive league that were later joined by the other
districts. In 1648 the Swiss confederation gained independence
from the Holy Roman Empire and in 1848 the Cantons were joined in
a federal constitution. Switzerland has maintained armed
neutrality since 1815 and has not been involved in a foreign war
since 1515. Switzerland is a leader in world banking. The
stability of the Swiss Franc has brought much foreign investment.
20% of the Swiss work force is foreign. @