Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the Swiss Guards

Why are Swiss Guards Swiss? Are they really trained to fight? What is the history behind those uniforms?

Twenty-seven new Swiss Guards were sworn in on Oct. 4 before Pope Leo XIV.

The Swiss Guard is one of the most recognizable military forces in the world, due to its Renaissance-inspired red, blue, and yellow uniforms.

While the colors may seem playful, the Swiss Guards are considered one of the most exclusive military forces in the world, with their number…