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Francis fires Commander of Swiss Guards
The internet is abuzz with news about Francis’ firing of Daniel Anrig, head commander of the Vatican Swiss Guards since 2008, for allegedly being too “rigid.” Here are several interesting news stories covering Francis’ latest move:
- Francis sacks Head of Swiss Guards
- Pope Francis dismisses ‘authoritarian’ Swiss Guard commander
- Pope Francis removes Swiss Guard chief
- Pope sacks the head of his Swiss Guard for being ‘too strict’
The British Telegraph has also provided this video regarding Anrig’s dismissal:
Not everyone believes, of course, that Anrig’s rigidity is the (sole) reason for Francis’ insistence that he step down.
