Swiss Guard
Armed forces
The Pontifical Swiss Guard is an armed force and honour guard unit maintained by the Holy See that protects the Pope and the Apostolic Palace within the territory of the Vatican City State. Established in 1506 under Pope Julius II, the Pontifical... Wikipedia
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In the event known as the Stand of the Swiss Guard, the Swiss, alongside the garrison's remaining soldiers, made their last stand in the Teutonic Cemetery ...
The Pontifical Swiss Guard, founded by Pope Julius II in 1506, is a military body made up of Swiss citizens, whose main task is to constantly monitor the safety ...