Liechtenstein was not involved in any conflict directly, but in May 1945 it did give political asylum to 500 Russian soldiers who had fought against the .... During WW2, Liechtenstein remained neutral, while family treasures within the war zone were brought to Liechtenstein (and London) for safekeeping. read more
Liechtenstein was a neutral country in World War II just as Switzerland was. The similarity of the two countries' roles derives from the fact that Liechtenstein is basically a "protectorate" of Switzerland. read more
Prince Franz Josef II became the first Prince of Liechtenstein to take up permanent residence in Liechtenstein. During World War II, Liechtenstein remained neutral, while family treasures within the war zone were brought to Liechtenstein (and London) for safekeeping. read more