The Schwäbischer Bund was a military alliance formed in 1488 among several cities and territories in the region of Swabia in present-day Germany. Its primary purpose was to provide mutual defense against external threats and to maintain peace among its members. The alliance included important cities like Ulm and Augsburg. The Bund played a significant role in the political landscape of Southern Germany during the late Middle Ages. It was involved in various conflicts, including disputes with the Habsburg dynasty. The alliance eventually dissolved in the early 16th century as political dynamics changed in the region.