1350 Massacre of Austrian conspirators at Zurich. The men of Zurich destroy the castle of Rapperschwyl, Zurich thereby incurs the enmity of Austria.
1351 Zurich (fifth of the “old” places) for protection against Austria enters the league. First regulations as to the aid that the confederates owe to each other, first federal rights and establishment of the circle of confederate defence. Duke Albert of Austria unsuccessfully besieges Zurich.
1352 Zug and Glarus (sixth and seventh of the “old” places) enter the league. The duke of Austria renews war on Zurich. By the terms of the peace of Brandenburg, Zug and Glarus are again brought into subjection to Austria.
The Confederation of the Eight Old Places
1353 Bern (completing the eight “old” places) enters the league, adding greatly to its strength.
1354 Zurich is besieged by the forces of Austria and the empire.
1355 Peace is declared at Regensburg (Ratisbon).
1361 Charles IV recognises the confederation of eight states as a lawful union for the preservation of the public peace (Landfriedensverbindung).
1364 Zug is freed from Austrian rule by the men of Schwyz.
1367 The Gotteshausbund (league of God’s house) is formed in the Engadine.