A Heritage we proudly claim Swiss
Switzerland has its own unique cultural traditions, which are a mixture of the cultures of Germany, Italy and France. The combination of cultural, linguistic, culinary, musical and literary influences from these three nations come together as a culture we proudly claim Swiss.
The first known Swiss in what is now the territory of the United States was Theobald von Erlach (1541-1565).
Read more from Leo Schelbert. In the Upper Midwest, the Swiss are insignificant — in numbers. Not many left the Old World. But the ones who did have had more success transplanting their traditions than nearly any other immigrant group. Learn about
Heritage Travel
Family Histories
Singer Jewel has Swiss Roots. So do many of you.
The hard work of family histories can shed light on why the Swiss moved to the United States, and also what they encountered.
Enjoy their stories.
What is the Swiss Language?
The Swiss are a multi-cultural people made up of French, German, Italian and Rumantsch speakers. The language spoken in German-speaking Switzerland is quite different from standard German - called High German.
Glarus Canton, Switzerland
A Family Heritage Resource
Glarnerland, is a narrow valley in the mountains of eastern Switzerland with the city of Glaus its capital. Learn about Glarus democracy, history, foods, travel and sports. Many links including those of some of the Glarus families.
Helvetica American
Where did the Swiss go when they emigrated to the United States?
This may help answer that question.
You know you're Swiss IF...
You have ever been asked - upon stating your nationality - whether you live in the mountains and whether you can yodel--or play the alp horn.
So do you know if you are Swiss???
