🇻🇦 The Swiss Guard: Protecting the Pope inside the Vatican since 1506! 👇 🛡👑 The Vatican Guards, formally known as the Swiss Guard, serve as the official security force for the Pope and the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City. They are one of the oldest military units in continuous operation, dating back to 1506 when Pope Julius II established the Swiss Guard. 🛡🇻🇦 Key Facts About the Vatican Swiss Guard: History and Tradition: The Swiss Guard was founded in 1506 to protect Pope Julius II. Hi

WATCH: The traditional oath ceremony for the new recruits of the Pontifical Swiss Guard takes place in the San Damaso Courtyard of the Vatican, in the esteemed presence of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. Visit our website: https://tribune.net.ph Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TribuneNOW Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tribunephl X: https://x.com/tribunephl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dailytribunephl Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailytribuneofficial #Da

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