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Cantons Debate Neutrality and Swiss Forces Treaty Ambiguities
In a lengthy assembly on the month of Yianuarp 1603, deliberations focus on neutrality and Swiss troop service under the 1663 treaty. Baron de Neves and the French envoy urge reciprocal defense and warnings of breaches, while cantons press for recall of forces from enemies. The assembly stalls for days amid divisions between Protestant and Catholic factions.
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France
Baron de Neves
House of Ax Fria
House of Austria