The Battle of St. Jakob an der Birs took place on August 22, 1444, near the town of Basel, Switzerland. This conflict was part of the larger Old Swiss Confederacy struggle against the forces of King Charles VII of France. The Swiss troops, numbering around 1,500, faced a much larger French army, estimated at 10,000 soldiers. Despite being heavily outnumbered, the Swiss forces displayed remarkable bravery and tactical skill. The battle ended in a significant Swiss defeat, but it became a symbol of Swiss resistance and unity. The aftermath of the battle influenced future conflicts and the political landscape of Switzerland.