Why The Pope's Army Is The Strangest In The World 

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Isn't it ironic for a British calling swiss guard uniforms outdated and "clownish", while Buckingham royal guards have 2 meters high dust magnet caps, ride horses in full medieval armor and guard a grandpa wearing hybrid of judge's manto and christmas tree decoration with palpatins tunic

As a Swiss man myself who served in the Swiss army, I'm feeling honored by your kind and solid video about the Swiss Guard. To this day, most of us are very proud of our guys down in Rome. Switzerland may be small, but we have pride and dignity... And some freaking mad lads armed to the teeth in clown costumes.

For the grace, for the might of our lord For the home of the holy For the faith, for the way of the sword Gave their lives so boldly

I actually have a friend in a Swiss guard. They indeed are highly professional and well trained soldiers. I've been to their ammunition warehouse, saw their private tailor, and had a chance to see their training... they are truly a fantastic bunch of pope's guardians.

Thoughty2!!! I really doubt you have the time to read through your comments…but if by chance you do, I want you to know that your videos really are a highlight of my evenings. You do amazing work! You must work so hard to keep up this level of quality and output! Thank you 😊

The reason for the “clown outfits” is because they are easily identifiable and cannot be replicated. They are specially made from proprietary fabric dyed by hand and stitched with particular marks. They cannot be made forfeit to pass.

Don’t let their clownish uniforms fool you. These guys are real Swiss soldiers. And yes, they do conceal automatics underneath their uniforms

I recently found out that the reason renaissance mercenaries dressed in pieced-together bits of wildly clashing colors was advertising. Every time they prevailed in battle, they took a bit of their opponent's livery or flag to sew into their clothing to put their victory on display for the next guy who might hire them. The more motley the mercenary, the more deadly.

Sabaton fans already knowing why the Swiss guard is still in the Vatican

"Michaelangelo's renaissance rival and fellow Ninja Turtle, Raphael" Idk why that line makes me laugh 😂🤣

Thank you Steven Rix, Jack Stevens and Arran for constantly putting out quality videos and answering questions we didn't even know we had

0:48 Never, never in your life, EVER, call this a clown outfit again. Thank you. A former Swiss Guard from 2013

Great video. I once almost joined them as I was eligible. I decided against it as it was a two year commitment without any holidays or weekends off.

They quite literally have God on their side.

I only wished you, sir was a national reporter. Trustworthy and obviously does perfect research. I would hang on every word! Thanks for your awesome videos.

When Thoughty2 said he has had a few people close to him that have started to lose their hair. That person was me.

Man this channel is a real treasure

Always wondered about the Swiss Guard. Thanks Thoughty2 for the colorful tutorial. Appreciate

Holy crap! I literally mentioned the Swiss Guard to a friend just hours ago, and then I seen you have uploaded this. The stars have aligned!

I used to work security many years ago. During my time working there the pope came to the resort for some ceremony. He had his guards along with secret service and deputies from the county. The popes guards were pretty cool, and had their outfits for the ceremony but otherwise looked like normal police officers

Hearing thought2 say “yes 42” is the highlight of my new year

I'd say that Swiss neutrality is a testament to its ability to defend itself.... Nobody has wanted to bother climbing that mountain for the consequences it brings with it.

The stand of the Swiss Guard against Charles V's forces reminds me of "The Last Stand of the 300", the famous Spartan engagement. Also, the global perception that Switzerland is a bit of a "softie" could also apply to today's Scandinavian countries, such as Sweden, Denmark & Norway. These countries are seen as peaceful, progressive & civilized. But they, as well as Switzerland, are sitting smugly in the knowledge that they produce some of the most fearsome warriors the world has ever seen - the Vikings. People like that KNOW they don't have to prove a THING. As Pres. Teddy Roosevelt said, "Walk softly & carry a big stick.". I'm sure His Holiness appreciates his OWN "Secret Service".

Yet another interesting, entertaining and informative video from Thoughty2.

That “No one is more ‘VI’ than the Pope” joke was truly the most brilliant, and daddiest of all dad jokes I’ve ever heard haha 😂 (Though technically, wouldn’t Francis be a X-VI-P?? 😉 lol)

Great vid, as always. :) The marked building at around 10:41 is not Castel Sant'Angelo, it's Saint Peter's. The picture was shot by someone standing on the Castel. This is what it actually looks like: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castel_Sant%27Angelo#/media/File:Chateau-saint-ange-tibre.jpg It's a unique building that has seen some stuff.

The band Sabaton wrote a song about the Swiss guards last stand. very catch and it tells the whole story of what happened in 1527.

Then the 189 In the service of heaven They're protecting the holy line It was 1527 Gave their lives on the steps to heaven Thy will be done! For the grace, for the might of our lord For the home of the holy For the faith, for the way of the sword Gave their lives so boldly

Apart from their courage and military prowess, their unshakable loyalty was always and is beyond question...

Hey Thoughty2, I just wanted to comment and say thank you for the amazing content you put out for us, I think that I have probably watched just about every single one of your videos give or take and it’s gotten to the point where I can’t sleep without watching one. Thank you so much and I am so appreciative and love everything you do

As always clever, witty and hilarious. Joy to watch. Thanks a lot for another pleasurable vlog.

Another great video, very informative. This is one of my favourite channels. Thank you.

Thank you for doing video about my Church’s mini Army for my Pope, I appreciate the respect you showed, we get enough disrespect and hate that seeing a video about us that is respectful as well as truthful is just amazing, can not thank you enough thought2. May the Lord Bless you (even if you may or may not believe) and show mercy upon you just for doing such at small thing for His Church : )

That line, a 5 yr old on acid! Absolutely killed me lmao!

Great video as always but some of this was a refresher course from my family tour to Italy back in 1997

Sabaton made a great song about the sack of Rome called "The Last Stand".

Love your videos, I’m excited for the book! Cheers viewers! 🥃

To join the elite Swiss army that guard the Pope of all people you have to be 174 (5'7), meanwhile a girl on tinder is complaining that I'm 5'9

This was most interesting! I knew nothing of the Vaticans guard. I was at the Vatican, and I think our tour group missed that ! I love your channel and I think this was my favorite topic yet! Keep up the good work!!

1st of all love your videos both informative and absolutely hilarious. I think the Greeks have to most outlandish military uniforms. Can't wait for the next video

Retirement plan bit got me I'm not gonna lie 🤣

I love my history lessons with a side of snarkyness, thanks again Thoughty2

Their clothes might look ridiculous but even they arent as ridiculous as how ridiculously lethal those guards are.

“And fellow ninja turtle, Raphael.” Killed me 😂

My favorite part was definitely the "42" part. Such an amazing reference to your fans. Thank you for that 👍

Great channel glad I joined as well as subscribing. As I said before great content regularly posts almost perfect...British understatement...

Nice video! One thing, the building you're pointing to at 10.42 is not Castel Sant Angelo, but the St. Peter's Basilica.

Right on!!! Another thoughty 2 video. Love your content and wit

So what Dan Brown wrote about the Swiss Guard uniforms is incorrect, like everything else he wrote.

In the heart of Holy See In the home of Christianity The Seat of power is in danger There´s a foe of a thousand swords They´ve been abandoned by their lords Their fall from grace will pave their path, to damnation Then the 189 In the service of heaven They’re protecting the holy line It was 1527, gave their lives on the steps to heaven Thy will be done! For the grace, for the might of our lord For the home of the holy For the faith, for the way of the sword Gave their lives so boldly For the grace, for the might of our lord In the name of his glory For the faith, for the way of the sword Come and tell their story again Under guard of 42 Along a secret avenue Castel Saint’Angelo is waiting They’re the guard of the Holy See They’re the guards of Christianity Their path to history is paved with salvation Dying for salvation with dedication No Capitulation, annihilation Papal commendation, reincarnation Heaven is your destination In the name of god Gave their lives so boldly Come and tell the Swiss guards story again!

Great content as always 👏 I'm always bringing up your channel on my stream

Pope's army doesn't look more hilarious than British fur hats and skirts.

Switzerland isn't neutral because they asked nicely (that didnt work for Belgium). The Swiss to this day have a truly impressive military. It went more like: " *sword to throat* we are neutral or we fuck you up. and keep all your gold". (many countries had big parts of their money in swiss banks)

The Swiss guard use a special style of evasive maneuver called the Swiss roll.

I've been looking forward to another of your videos, nice one man

great channel , literally can't get enough of it

My son and I love your videos. Between you and biographics, you guys are our replacement for the history channel.

Can we take a second and admire the amount of work our buddy is puting in. Research alone must take ages and he's slamming a video every week.

So this British bloke really calling the uniform of the Swiss Guard a "clown outfit"? While his country's soldiers dress with a silly, black bush-looking helmet? Okay.

I have never enjoyed history as much as the way you present it. Your book on the history of England “Stick a flag in it” left me in stitches and was very difficult to put down despite reading it twice. There is not a single one of your videos that I have ever missed.

Most underrated channel! ❤️

Sabaton - Last Stand

Your dedication to amazing content and quality really shows man. One of my fave RU-vidrs, always look forward to a new Thoughty2 video!

Hey man over the last few months your voice has soothed me when I finally finish my day, your videos have become a part of my daily routine. Thanks for the great content . Even though I am a nobody from nowhere, just know that you make my life a lot better! :)

Pope's earthly dominions were not always that small. Perugians' bid for independence from Papal rule in 1859 was put down in a bloody massacre. Upon Italy's unification troops had to be sent to protect the Swiss guard from vengeful Perugians.

WOW, didn't know that! Awesome video Thoughty2, another great video m8!

"Uńion disputes have gotten a lot less dramaticin the past 500 years,have'nt they?"Great joke,Aaran.,made me laugh all morning.Cheers.

Bros been making his videos for nearly a decade! Proud of you brother!

€1300 a month to be in one of the most elite militaries in the world? What's that old saying?... Oh yeah. Sod that for a game of soldiers! 😂

The most amazin part about the story of the swiss guard is that theyve only lost 65 of their original 200 over the course of five centuries of conflict.

Havent watched one of these in years, great video, they've changed a lot

4:59 Switzerland to Rome, checked, 829,8 km. Four months = 120 + days. Dec and Oct had 31, so 122 days. 6.8 km a day, I guess marching 200 together is slower than marching individually.

Love your work man. Keep it coming

Love your vids thoughty2

This is the channel that keeps on giving ✨💪🏼

Thank you for this amazing video! Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭

It was 1527! Gave their lives on the steps to heaven! Come and tell the swiss guards story again!

Sabaton reference is gonna be flooding in...

For the grace, for the might of our lord For the home of the holy For the faith, for the way of the sword Gave their lives so boldly For the grace, for the might of our lord In the name of his glory For the faith, for the way of the sword Come and tell their story again -Sabaton

That pensions plan joke had me rofl. 🤣

My nanna is descended from two brothers, one who joined the Swiss guard and the other was a highwayman lol

Hey Thoughty2, I love your videos! I've been watching them for years and I want to suggest a video for you. Have you ever heard about the blind prophet Vanga? Her predictions are estimated to be around 80% accurate. She lived relatively soon and predicted huge events like 9 11, and currently, her future predictions are quite popular. I really want to see what video you can make.

"yes, 42" cracked me up xD

This is a good video, really mesmerizing. Never underestimate the Swiss Guard tho, they seem like colorful people, but they are as lethal as modern soldiers.

While all you people are busy mocking their uniforms, these soldiers are carving you into sushi with their halberds.

The stock footage in your videos always makes them so unsettling but honestly I kind of like it

Love you, love your videos, they're definitely the best way to learn some interesting facts 👌

The topic definitely inspired by my search for Tissot.

Your videos never dissapoint thank you keep up with good work.

"one standard issue penis" what if it isn't standard issue? I mean, if it is exceptionally large or small, does that mean you're out?

That end line was so funny 🤣

'42', ... ; ......, I just want to say I love your videos , you are a very talented young man, and handsome too! You and I are cut from the same cloth, as we both are a sponge for knowledge! I spend a lot of time researching as well. My main interests are medical ,veterinary , health , science, wild life , cosmology, to name a few. Iam always asking questions , always learning! So stumbling on a content creator like yourself is gold! Keep up the good work!

Yo, if the Pope is really the voice of God, why would he need an army? Haha take that... uhh... Vatican!

Thanks, Nice Work.

i really just noticed "the last stand" by sabaton is about that battle. very interesting indeed

Now, head over and listen to The Last Stand by Sabaton. You won't regret it. :)

I actually meet all the requirements to become a swiss guard. Not that I'm interested though :D

thank you Thoughty!! 😁

Surprised I don't see anyone mentioning Sabaton. I couldn't get their song to stop playing in my head while watching this video.