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Two members of the Swiss Guard at the Vatican. The Pontifical Swiss Guard of Vatican City was created in 1506 and actually consists of Swiss citizens. Recruits must be Catholic, single males with Swiss citizenship who have completed basic training with the Swiss military and demonstrate good conduct. In 2006, the Swiss Guard celebrated its 500th anniversary.

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