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What is the Swiss Guard, the military body sworn to protect the pope?
The Swiss Guard was established by Pope Julius II in 1506. Here's what to know about the 500-year-old military body.
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Details of Virgin Swiss Guards Who Protect the Pope & Vatican City
The Swiss Guards were founded by Pope Julius II in 1506. It is a military body made up of Swiss citizens, whose main task is ...
World's oldest and smallest army: Who is the Swiss Guard protecting the Pope's body
As the world mourns Pope Francis, the Swiss Guard, with their historic and colorful uniforms, stand vigil, continuing a ...
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What is the Swiss Guard, the military body sworn to protect the pope?
The Swiss Guard is a military body tasked with protecting the pope. 135 men make up the Swiss Guard. Swiss Guard recruits must be a single man between the age of 19-30 who is a practicing Catholic ...