Becoming a Swiss Guard
Its foundation dates back to 1506, and since then many things changed. Still, becoming a Swiss Guard requires courage and willpower....
History of Swiss Guards in 4 dates
Even though they list among the oldest military units still in operation, few people really know the Pontifical Swiss Guard....
May 6th, 1527: the Sack of Rome
A hard battle. A terrible day. Hundreds of victims.
The memory of the Sack of Rome of 1527 still hurts. ...