List of Swiss People - Legendary and Folk Heroes

Legendary and Folk Heroes

  • Helvetia, personification ("mother") of Switzerland
  • Arnold von Melchtal, legendary founding father of Switzerland
  • Ueli Rotach, legendary hero of the 1405 battle at Stoss
  • William Tell, legendary 14th century hero
  • Arnold von Winkelried, legendary hero of the 1386 battle of Sempach

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