Keepers of Faith


Swiss Guards
________________
 
The old tin figures in the picture above show Swiss Guards. From the left:

                
Full metall jacket   Werlen coat of arms

Since 1506 the Vatican's Swiss Guard protect the Holy Father and ensure security
at the Apostolic Palace.

Soon on this screen: A short history of the Swissguard and their origin.

_________________
 

 Next page . Back to family history 1/1 . Homepage . © Copyright 2002-2004 werlen.ch