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Canton of Switzerland

Appenzell Innerrhoden is the smallest canton of Switzerland by population and the second smallest by area. It is located in the northeastern part of the country and is known for its traditional Swiss culture and picturesque landscapes.

Geography

Appenzell Innerrhoden is situated in the Alps and is characterized by rolling hills and lush green pastures. The canton is bordered by the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden to the north and west, and the canton of St. Gallen to the east and south. The capital of the canton is the town of Appenzell.

History

The history of Appenzell Innerrhoden is closely linked with that of its neighbor, Appenzell Ausserrhoden. The region was originally part of the Abbey of Saint Gall's territory. In the late Middle Ages, the people of Appenzell fought for and gained independence from the abbey. The canton was officially split into Appenzell Innerrhoden and Appenzell Ausserrhoden in 1597 due to religious differences during the Reformation.

Politics

Appenzell Innerrhoden is unique in Switzerland for its traditional form of direct democracy. The canton holds an annual Landsgemeinde, an open-air assembly where citizens gather to vote on laws and elect officials by a show of hands. This event takes place in the town of Appenzell and is a significant cultural tradition.

The canton is governed by a seven-member executive council known as the Standeskommission. The legislative authority is the Grosser Rat, which consists of 50 members.

Economy

The economy of Appenzell Innerrhoden is primarily based on agriculture, particularly dairy farming and cheese production. The canton is famous for its Appenzeller cheese, which is known for its strong flavor. Tourism also plays a significant role in the local economy, with visitors attracted to the region's natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Culture

Appenzell Innerrhoden is renowned for its rich cultural traditions, including music, dance, and festivals. The canton is known for its traditional costumes, which are often worn during festivals and celebrations. The local dialect, a variant of Swiss German, is widely spoken.

Municipalities

Appenzell Innerrhoden is divided into six districts, which function as municipalities. These are:

Appenzell
Schwende
Rüte
Gonten
Oberegg
Haslen

Related pages

Gallery

Map of Appenzell Innerrhoden
Battle of Vögelinsegg, 1403
Map of the municipality of Appenzell
Government of Appenzell Innerrhoden
Appenzeller Landsgemeinde

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-'''Arnold Rothstein''' (January 17, 1882 – November 6, 1928), nicknamed "the Brain", was a businessman, gambler, and organized crime figure in the United States during the early 20th century. He is often credited with being a major force behind the development of modern organized crime in the United States.
+{{short description|Canton of Switzerland}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-==Early Life==
+'''Appenzell Innerrhoden''' is the smallest canton of [[Switzerland]] by population and the second smallest by area. It is located in the northeastern part of the country and is known for its traditional Swiss culture and picturesque landscapes.
-Rothstein was born into a comfortable life in [[Manhattan]], New York City, to a Jewish family. His father, Abraham Rothstein, was a successful businessman and philanthropist. Despite his comfortable upbringing, Rothstein was drawn to the more illicit side of life from a young age.
-==Career==
+==Geography==
-Rothstein's career in organized crime began in his early twenties when he started gambling. He quickly gained a reputation as a skilled poker player and was known for his ability to fix horse races. His operations expanded to include illegal gambling, a narcotics trade, and labor racketeering.
+Appenzell Innerrhoden is situated in the [[Alps]] and is characterized by rolling hills and lush green pastures. The canton is bordered by the canton of [[Appenzell Ausserrhoden]] to the north and west, and the canton of [[St. Gallen]] to the east and south. The capital of the canton is the town of [[Appenzell]].
-Rothstein is perhaps best known for his alleged role in the [[Black Sox Scandal]] of 1919, in which members of the Chicago White Sox were accused of intentionally losing the World Series in exchange for money from gamblers. Although Rothstein was never formally charged, he was widely believed to have orchestrated the fix.
+[[File:Karte Kanton Appenzell Innerrhoden 2010.png|thumb|Map of Appenzell Innerrhoden]]
-==Death and Legacy==
+==History==
-Rothstein was shot and killed in 1928 during a business meeting at the Park Central Hotel in Manhattan. His murder remains unsolved. Despite his criminal activities, Rothstein left a significant legacy. He is often credited with establishing the structure and organization of modern organized crime in the United States.
+The history of Appenzell Innerrhoden is closely linked with that of its neighbor, Appenzell Ausserrhoden. The region was originally part of the [[Abbey of Saint Gall]]'s territory. In the late Middle Ages, the people of Appenzell fought for and gained independence from the abbey. The canton was officially split into Appenzell Innerrhoden and Appenzell Ausserrhoden in 1597 due to religious differences during the [[Reformation]].
-==See Also==
+[[File:Schilling Schlacht bei Voeglinsegg 1403.jpg|thumb|Battle of Vögelinsegg, 1403]]
-* [[Organized Crime in the United States]]
-* [[Black Sox Scandal]]
-* [[Prohibition in the United States]]
-==References==
+==Politics==
-<references />
+Appenzell Innerrhoden is unique in Switzerland for its traditional form of direct democracy. The canton holds an annual [[Landsgemeinde]], an open-air assembly where citizens gather to vote on laws and elect officials by a show of hands. This event takes place in the town of Appenzell and is a significant cultural tradition.
-[[Category:American mobsters]]
+[[File:Appenzeller Landsgemeinde.jpg|thumb|Appenzeller Landsgemeinde]]
-[[Category:American gamblers]]
-[[Category:People from Manhattan]]
+The canton is governed by a seven-member executive council known as the [[Standeskommission]]. The legislative authority is the [[Grosser Rat]], which consists of 50 members.
-[[Category:1882 births]]
-[[Category:1928 deaths]]
+[[File:Regierung Appenzell Innerrhoden 2010.JPG|thumb|Government of Appenzell Innerrhoden]]
-{{American-bio-stub}}
-{{crime-bio-stub}}
+==Economy==
-{{food-stub}}
+The economy of Appenzell Innerrhoden is primarily based on agriculture, particularly dairy farming and cheese production. The canton is famous for its [[Appenzeller cheese]], which is known for its strong flavor. Tourism also plays a significant role in the local economy, with visitors attracted to the region's natural beauty and cultural heritage.
+==Culture==
+Appenzell Innerrhoden is renowned for its rich cultural traditions, including music, dance, and festivals. The canton is known for its traditional costumes, which are often worn during festivals and celebrations. The local dialect, a variant of [[Swiss German]], is widely spoken.
+==Municipalities==
+Appenzell Innerrhoden is divided into six districts, which function as municipalities. These are:
+* Appenzell
+* Schwende
+* Rüte
+* Gonten
+* Oberegg
+* Haslen
+[[File:Karte Gemeinde Appenzell 2022.png|thumb|Map of the municipality of Appenzell]]
+==Related pages==
+* [[Appenzell Ausserrhoden]]
+* [[Swiss cantons]]
+* [[Landsgemeinde]]
+==Gallery==
+<gallery>
+File:Karte Kanton Appenzell Innerrhoden 2010.png|Map of Appenzell Innerrhoden
+File:Schilling Schlacht bei Voeglinsegg 1403.jpg|Battle of Vögelinsegg, 1403
+File:Karte Gemeinde Appenzell 2022.png|Map of the municipality of Appenzell
+File:Regierung Appenzell Innerrhoden 2010.JPG|Government of Appenzell Innerrhoden
+File:Appenzeller Landsgemeinde.jpg|Appenzeller Landsgemeinde
+</gallery>
+[[Category:Cantons of Switzerland]]
+[[Category:Appenzell Innerrhoden]]