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19th May 06, 01:35 PM
#16
Swiss Guards
 Originally Posted by Ruanaidh
Legend has it that their uniforms were designed by Michelangelo!
From the Wiki article quoted above:
common misconception is that the dress uniform was designed by Michelangelo. In fact, guard commander Jules Repond created the present uniforms in 1914, taking inspiration from the work of the painter Raphael. The working uniform is more functional and consists of blue coveralls and a black beret. Original colors (blue and yellow) were issued by Pope Giulio II taking his family (Della Rovere) colors: Pope Leone X added the red.
Originally Posted by Rex
I'm kidding, of course. I couldn't find the tongue-in-cheek smiley.
They are regal uniforms and I know they have a storied history.
Taken out of context, however, they do look a bit silly to me.
Sorry to appear "crotchedy"! 
T.
Last edited by macwilkin; 19th May 06 at 02:21 PM.
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