Events that occurred this week in Christian history include the founding of the Swiss Guard, the death of a prominent ...
The Pontifical Swiss Guard, founded in 1506 by Pope Julius II, is among the oldest active military units in continuous ...
they are probably the most photographed Swiss – the members of the Swiss Guard. Since 1506 they have protected the head of the Roman Catholic Church and his residence. Pope Francis is also ...
While the Swiss Guard, tasked with protecting Vatican City and the Pope, never engages in combat, its soldiers receive a handsome salary. According to the media reports, their monthly earnings ...