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Arnold von Melchtal

b. 1250

Legendary founding father of Switzerland

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About Arnold von Melchtal

Born 1250. Arnold von Melchtal was a Swiss peasant.

Arnold von Melchtal, also spelt Melchthal and otherwise Arnold von der Halden, was one of the three Eidgenossen, the legendary founding fathers of Switzerland. He represented the Canton of Unterwalden at the Rütlischwur.

Aegidius Tschudi in his Chronicon Helveticum tells Arnold's story as follows:

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Important facts

Born

1250

Birth century

13th century

Occupation

Peasant

Nationality

Switzerland

Frequently asked questions

Who was Arnold von Melchtal?

legendary founding father of Switzerland

When was Arnold von Melchtal born?

Arnold von Melchtal was born in 1250.

What was Arnold von Melchtal's occupation?

Arnold von Melchtal was a peasant.

What nationality was Arnold von Melchtal?

Arnold von Melchtal was Swiss.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Arnold von Melchtal

· Wikidata: Q117410

· DBpedia: Arnold von Melchtal

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arnold von Melchtal. https://biography.guide/arnold-von-melchtal/

MLA: "Arnold von Melchtal." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arnold-von-melchtal/.

Chicago: "Arnold von Melchtal." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/arnold-von-melchtal/.

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