Celebrating Swiss: what do Chevrolet cars, electric guitars and famed director William Wyler (Roman Holiday) have in common? A Swiss heritage, for starters. The 'Small Numbers, Big Impact' exhibition at Zurich's Landesmuseum tells the story of Switzerland's emigrants to the United States, and their lasting legacy.

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Celebrating Swiss: what do Chevrolet cars, electric guitars and famed director William Wyler (Roman Holiday) have in common? A Swiss heritage, for starters. The 'Small Numbers, Big Impact' exhibition at Zurich's Landesmuseum tells the story of Switzerland's emigrants to the United States, and their lasting legacy.

Recent years have witnessed an influx of foreigners opting for a new life in Switzerland, but in the not-so-distant past, it was the Swiss who were emigrating to greener pastures abroad. Until October 31, you can explore their achievements both at home and away.

The Association for a Swiss Migration Museum organised the exhibit for display at New York's Ellis Island Immig...

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