The Diocese of Basel in the Burgundian Wars (1474–1477)

Description

550 years ago, Duke Charles of Burgundy – called "the Bold" – was defeated twice by the Swiss and their allies, first at Grandson (March 2, 1476) and then at Murten (June 22, 1476). Among the victors fought men from the Bernese Jura under the banners of Biel and La Neuveville. The Burgundian Wars marked the entry of the Prince-Bishopric of Basel into the sphere of influence of the Swiss Confederation. Numerous images transport you to the realities of that time – from the everyday life of soldiers to illuminated manuscripts of the Prince-Bishop and the magnificent loot taken from the Duke of Burgundy. The sources, presented in the form of texts or audio files – excerpts from chronicles, letters, or everyday documents – allow you to understand the social, political, and military conditions of these wartime periods. Finally, weapons, helmets, and armor – replicas or originals – provide insight into the military context of this decisive transitional period between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Note: This text was translated by software for machine translation and not by a human translator. It may contain translation errors.

Highlights

• Exhibition on the Burgundian Wars (1474–1477)
• Insights into soldiers' daily life and military equipment
• Presentation of historical sources and images

General Information

The exhibition at the Musée de Saint-Imier highlights the connections between the Jura, the Bernese Jura, and the Swiss cantons during the Burgundian Wars. It showcases the social, political, and military conditions of that time through various exhibits and historical documents.

Location

Rue Saint-Martin 8, 2610 St-Imier, Switzerland

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