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13 Facts About the Swiss Guards You Probably Didn’t Know
The Pontifical Swiss Guards, the last mercenary troops of Switzerland, have a long-standing service to the Vatican.
Alongside their Italian soldiers stand the Vatican's Corps of Gendarmes, the Swiss soldiers protecting the Pope.
Swiss guard requirements
Tourists and pilgrims who flock to Rome see these colorful men and wonder: who really are the Swiss guards?
Here are 13 facts about the Swiss guards you didn't know:
There are strict admission requirements to become a Swiss guard.
Several strict criteria must be met before applying for the Pontifical Swiss Guard.
In short, each recruit must be a single male of Swiss citizenship standing at least 174 cm (5’ 8 “) tall. They must be between 19 and 30 years old and hold a high school degree or professional diploma.
