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       The Exhibition The Papal Swiss Guard       

 

The Exhibition The Papal Swiss Guard : 500 years of history , art and life
This exhibition was opened on March 29,2006 in the Vatican city .The review represents a unique opportunity to learn about the events and life of the Papal Swiss Guard for the past 500 years. On display are paintings, drawings, manuscripts , miniatures, engravings, medals, coins, documents, objects, uniforms, service dresses, weapons and suits of armour,video showing Swiss Guard actions, information and facts, the safety service, order, etiquette, capabilities, persistence, tenacity, precision and zeal of the proudest corps in the world,.aware of their skills, limits and responsibilities.

 

Text: Augustine Paranikulangara  Switzerland   -    Email- augustine_parani@yahoo.co.in

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