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Swiss Army
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Swiss militarism and the tourist
Unless you're a returning Swiss citizen who hasn't paid his Militärpflichtersatz,
Switzerland's emphasis on military matters isn't likely to affect you directly.
However, you'll sometimes encounter large groups of soldiers on railroad trains,
and you may be taken aback by the sight of tank traps zigzagging across a cow
pasture or an armored doorway leading into an alpine bunker.
Many Swiss railroad and highway bridges are said to be wired up with
explosives, ready for demolition if an enemy should invade. And it's possible
that you may hear the sound of troops firing live ammunition over each other's
heads during infantry maneuvers, since the Swiss army favors realism over
safety.
Related Web sites
Swiss
Military Net
This unofficial military site in Suisse Romande will give you a chance to
practice your French.
AIRcraft PICtures of
Switzerland
Click the "Swiss Air Force (Unofficial) Site" link for information on
planes, bases, etc.
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