The Pontifical Swiss Guard, founded in 1506 by Pope Julius II, is among the oldest active military units in continuous ...

Pope Francis is seen flanked by two Swiss Guards. The guards' meticulously crafted uniforms will be on full display as more than 32 million pilgrims are expected to flock to Rome for the Vatican's ...

The Pontifical Swiss Guard is an armed force and honour guard unit. Maintained by the Holy See that is responsible for protecting the Pope and the Apostolic Palace within the territory of the ...

Pope Francis walks between two Swiss Guards. Pope Francis is seen flanked by two Swiss Guards. The guards' meticulously crafted uniforms will be on full display as more than 32 million pilgrims ...

Along with the blazing-red serge uniform of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, there is perhaps no other official ensemble as instantly recognizable as that of the Swiss Guards, the elite cadre that ...

In Pope Francis' autobiography Hope he reiterates themes of his papacy like hatred of war and unchecked capitalism, and a ...

Before baptizing the babies of Vatican staff and Swiss Guards on Sunday morning, the Holy Father said parents must serve children with sacraments and prayers. The pope greets a family at the feast ...

Pope Francis reveals his "mischievous" youth in an autobiography published Tuesday, in a book that also touches on his childhood, immigration and ordering pizza.

At Pope Francis’ personal initiative, Vatican City employees with three or more children will receive a monthly 300-euro ...