La Garde suisse: Soldiers of the Pope
For the first time an exclusive visit behind Vatican walls records the history, traditions and daily life of the smallest army in the world, the Swiss Guard, whose duty is to defend the Holy Father at any cost, giving their own lives if necessary.
The film captures the highlights of a typical year for the Swiss Guard, including their ceremonial duties as well as some more intimate moments. Here is their story through the lives of the members of the Swiss Guard, offering a window on the Vatican not seen before.
Le Pape François est protégé par sa Garde Suisse, et ce depuis 500 ans. Mais pourquoi des Suisses ? Sont-ils de vrais soldats ou s’agit-il simplement d’une unité apparat ? Le Vatican les a-t-il déjà envoyé au combat ? Voici l’Histoire de la garde suisse pontificale.