Mobilization of the army - In September 1939, over 700,000 Swiss men were called up for service. The soldiers were demoralized by daily drills and being kept in a constant state of readiness. Many of them endured military service knowing that they were sorely needed at home. - Guard Company 29, post in Letten, painting, around 1943, Varlin (Willy Guggenheim), Zurich. Oil on board.
