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I believe the answer you are looking for is Switzerand. Surrounded by the Alps, Switzerland borders Italy, Germany, and France, yet stayed out of both World Wars. In the Medieval period and beyond, Swiss mercenaries were known as the most elite soldiers in Europe. However, the nation itself always remained neutral. Everyone in the nation, even to this day, is prepared to defend Switzerland in case of invasion, but no forces are sent internationally. Today, the only Swiss merecenaries left are the members of the Pontificial Swiss Guard in the Holy See.
AnswerThe answer isn't bad, but isn't completely correct either. Switzerland was founded in 1291 as small coalition against any invaders (the co-founder states are Uri, Schwyz - giving the name - and Unterwalden), as the territory was occupied and had lost any protection. Its soldiers were then famous - as already said - for being the most elite soldiers in Europe defying any opponent in the past... and fighting as mercenaries anywhere a battle was. But during the battle of Marignano in 1515, north of Milano in Italy, the two armies killing each other mainly consisted of Swiss mercenaries...After this desastrous event, Switzerland kept out of any international conflict... one exeption was when Napoleon conquered Switzerland integrating Swiss soldiers into his troops against Russia. After the Napolean Wars the neutrality of Switzerland was accepted or even imposed by the winning powers (1815). The french-German war around 1870/71 and the first world war passed mainly beside Switzerland, the army was quite mediocre a that time compared to the fighting nations.
A better or more modern army was mobilised just some day before the second world war started - the German preparations for war were obvious. Switzerland simply declared to be neutral - nowadays some industrials and bankers are blamed for having done deals with Germany getting rich themselves. The country itself was neutral, nevertheless... Swiss army leaders planned for an alpine retirement war against Germany, leaving all cities to the ennemy at once (in theory)! trying to avoid civilian casualties... but occupying any alpine connections north-south. A war-declaration against Germany would probably have been suicide... no allies were available, Germany easily run over Poland and France. England was defending itself during the battle of Britain... Russia stood with Germany that time... and the USA were NEUTRAL, only entering the war after the direct Japanese attacks on the 7th of December 1941, two years after the war had started!!
The other thing why Switzerland is usually referred as the neutral one is because to join any supranational institution there has to be held a people's vote... and Switzerland refused three times the EU (European union), it just joined the UNO in about 2002.
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Which country declared neutrality during World War 2 and tried to westernize soon after that?
well many countries declared neutrality but i believe your thinking of Switzerland
Which European nations were neutral during World War 2?
Switzerland, and Sweden maintained neutrality. Spain was in the grip of Franco, and kept quiet.
Which country declared neutrality during world war ii and attempted to westernize soon afterward?
Turkey
What European country did the Britain fight against during the 1750s?
Ireland
Which European country supported the American colonies during revolution war?
France
What made American neutrality nearly impossible?
The difficulty with maintaining neutrality for America during WW I was that America was doing business with England, and Germany was attacking the American shipping.
What country proclaimed neutrality during World War 2?
Switzerland
Why was The Neutrality Act passed as part of a policy of isolationism during the 1930s?
Growing conflicts in European and Asian countries.
What country declared neutrality during WWII and attempted to westernize soon afterward?
Turkey
Which country declared neutrality during World War 2 and tried to westernize soon after that?
well many countries declared neutrality but i believe your thinking of Switzerland
What were some of the European countries to declare neutrality during World War 2?
Ireland, Switzerland, Sweden, Spain, Portugal.
What passed piece of legislation did FDR use to keep the US neutral during the beginnings of the European conflict?
The Neutrality Acts
Which country declared neutrality during World War 2 attempted to westernize soon afterward?
Turkey
What extent was president Washington successful in maintaining American neutrality?
President George Washington was largely successful in maintaining American neutrality during his presidency, particularly in the face of European conflicts such as the French Revolutionary Wars. His administration's implementation of the Neutrality Proclamation of 1793 established a clear stance against involvement in foreign wars, which helped to keep the young nation from being entangled in external conflicts. Washington's diplomatic efforts, including the Jay Treaty with Britain, further reinforced this policy. However, challenges remained, as tensions with France and internal divisions over foreign policy highlighted the complexities of sustaining neutrality.
Which European nations were neutral during World War 2?
Switzerland, and Sweden maintained neutrality. Spain was in the grip of Franco, and kept quiet.
Which country declared neutrality during world war ii and attempted to westernize soon afterward?
Turkey
Who did Washington decide the US to remain neutral?
George Washington decided that the United States should remain neutral in foreign conflicts, particularly during the conflicts between Britain and France in the late 18th century. He believed that involvement in European wars could threaten the young nation's stability and unity. Washington's Neutrality Proclamation of 1793 emphasized the importance of avoiding entangling alliances and maintaining peace, which he viewed as essential for the country's growth and security. This principle of neutrality influenced American foreign policy for many years.
