Confederation) over what was one of the most powerful military forces in Europe gained it a reputation of being nearly invincible, and the Burgundian Wars marked the beginning of the rise of Swiss mercenaries on the battlefields of Europe. Although Bern and other Swiss cities invaded and controlled large swathes of Savoyard territories, the Confederacy maintained only Grandson, Morat and Echallens as notable cities. Inside the Confederacy itself, however, the outcome of the war led to internal conflict since the city cantons insisted on having the lion's share of the proceeds as they had supplied the most troops. The country cantons resented that, and the disputes almost led to war. They were settled by the of 1481. See also Battles of the Burgundian Wars Cologne Diocesan Feud Further reading . . References External links 15th century in the Old Swiss Confederacy 1470s in the Holy Roman Empire 1474 in Europe 1475 in Europe 1476 in Europe 1477 in Europe