SwitzerlandKanton Aargau 15 · Canton of Aargau: History
On what occasion was Königsfelden Abbey in Windisch founded in 1309?
In the exam (German)
Aus welchem Anlass wurde 1309 das Kloster Königsfelden in Windisch gegründet?
- aTo give thanks for the victory at the Battle of SempachZum Dank für den Sieg in der Schlacht bei Sempach
- bIn memory of the murdered King Albert IZur Erinnerung an den ermordeten König Albrecht I.Correct answer
- cTo celebrate the first alliance of the ConfederatesZur Feier des ersten Bundes der Eidgenossen
- dAs a school for the sons of the Bernese bailiffsAls Schule für die Söhne der Berner Landvögte
Why?
King Albert I of Habsburg was murdered near Windisch in 1308. His widow Elizabeth founded the abbey on this spot; today it is known for its medieval stained-glass windows.
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