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"Papal Swiss Guard are the personal protectors of the Pope. They are a military organization and not a police force although some members do serve as a sort of secret service during public events.
Vatican City is patrolled by the Corpo della Gendarmeria of the Vatican City State which performs the regular police duties.
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How many popes have been called Leo?
There have been 13 popes called Leo, and there appears to be no dispute about the numbering, as is the case with a few of the popes. See links.
How many popes named Urban?
There have been 8 popes called Urban.
Which city is called City of Popes?
Avignon, France, is sometimes referred to as the "City of Popes" because of the presence of popes and anti-popes from 1309 to 1423 during the Catholic schism.
How many popes have been called Pope Innocent?
There have been 13 popes named Innocent.
Did Popes fight in the Middle Ages?
Yes, they had many differences on matters of authority and doctrine. Some Popes were even excommunicated by Church Synods (or Councils) and other rival Popes were elected in their place, called Ante-Popes.
How many popes called Paul have there been?
There have been 6 popes who chose the name of Paul.
What are the leaders of Christianity called today?
Popes & Patriarchs.
How many popes have been called Benedict?
There have been 15 popes named Benedict. Pope Benedict X does not count as he was an antipope.
What is a Popes Edict Called?
Generally referred to as a Papal Bull
What montey python skit said 'i want to be king of popes'?
It wasn't Monty Python - it was an SCTV sketch called "The Man Who Would Be King of the Popes".
What do the popes do to elect a new pope?
Popes do not elect popes. Popes are elected by the cardinal electors.
Why are the the green police called the green police?
They wore green uniforms, that's why they were called the green police.
