Swiss Guard founded
1506 · Event
One hundred and fifty Swiss mercenaries march into Rome at Julius II's request to become the Pope's bodyguard — the force that still guards the Vatican today.
On these timelines: The Papacy, Master, Italy (post-476 CE), Christianity, Major Religions
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