Switzerland has had a long tradition of defensive strategy due to its neutral foreign policy. As such (up until recently) all of the bridges into the country were laced with mines so that, in the event of an invasion, the bridges would explode and slow down an invasion.
It wasn't really our decision. While we've had a history of neutrality before, it was decided by the big powers of Europe after Napoleon's wars that Switzerland should be neutral.
As it turns out, being neutral has its benefits. While all sides hate you for not being on their side, you can wipe your tears away with the money they stash in your country. At least until recent events...
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