1351 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 13th century – 14th century – 15th century |
| Decades: | 1320s 1330s 1340s – 1350s – 1360s 1370s 1380s |
| Years: | 1348 1349 1350 – 1351 – 1352 1353 1354 |
The year 1351 was a time of change and important events in Europe. During this period, different parts of the continent were forming new alliances and countries were growing. One major event happened in what is now Switzerland, showing how regions came together to form stronger nations.
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Key Events of 1351
Zürich Joins the Swiss Confederation
On May 1, 1351, a very important event took place in Europe. The city-state of Zürich officially joined the Swiss Confederacy. This was a big step in the history of Switzerland.
What Was the Swiss Confederacy?
The Swiss Confederacy was a group of independent states, called cantons, that had joined together for protection. They worked together to defend themselves and manage their own affairs. Zürich was a powerful and wealthy city, and its decision to join made the Confederacy even stronger.
Why Was This Important?
Zürich's entry into the Confederacy helped to unite the different regions of Switzerland. It showed that cities and rural areas could work together. This event was a key moment in the long process of forming the modern country of Switzerland we know today. It helped create a stronger, more unified nation.
