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Pontifical Swiss Guards
Since 1506, the Swiss Guards have protected the Vatican. While their uniforms look Renaissance-era in appearance, they were updated in the early 1900's. The guards are more than ceremonial, being trained and armed to protect the pope.
I'm not sure what the dress code is for eyeglasses, but while the bloomers and cap look medieval, the frames on this lad only throwback to the mid 1990's.
