Church historian Justin Lone explores the rich history and heroic legacy of the Pontifical Swiss Guard, centered around their annual May 6 swearing-in, honoring the 147 guards who died defending Pope Clement VII during the 1527 Sack of Rome, and tracing their transformation from elite Renaissance mercenaries to modern-day defenders of the papacy. From martial arts to military training, vibrant uniforms to solemn oaths, the Swiss Guard remains a living testament to courage, faith, and unwavering loyalty to the Church.
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