This led to the formation of the Papal States, a group of territories on the Italian peninsula, which were governed by the pope of the day. The pope is the ruler of both the Vatican city state and the Holy See, the supreme body of government of the Catholic Church. Famous for their Renaissance-era ceremonial garb, the guards are employed by the Roman Catholic Church and serve as escorts to the pope, watchmen for the city and protectors of the College of Cardinals during conclaves.
Author: Anna Levy
Published at: 2025-05-18 22:00:00
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