Ahead of Pope Francis’ funeral, a centuries-old security force stands watch: the Swiss Guard. Known for their vivid uniforms and storied legacy, these elite soldiers are more than ceremonial figures.

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The Swiss Guard was established by Pope Julius II in 1506. Here's what to know about the 500-year-old military body.

A MAJOR security operation is being put in place around Pope Francis’ funeral made up of the world’s smallest army, fighter ...

Pope Francis I is well-protected as he lies in state at the altar of St Peter's Basilica, with Italian and Vatican ...

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 ...

As the late Pope Francis greeted thousands of guests in Vatican City on Easter Sunday, the Swiss Guard was not far, watching over the pontiff as it has done for more than 500 years. At the age of ...