Johann Rudolf Pfyffer von Altishofen
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Johann Rudolf Pfyffer von Altishofen (1615?-17 May 1657) was the Commander of the Swiss Guard
from 1652 to 1657 protecting Popes Innocent X and Alexander VII at the Vatican.
He was the suspected illegitimate son of Pope Innocent X and died supposedly of dysentery; his death is considered to be suspicious.
Swiss Guard
Swiss Guards or Schweizergarde is the name given to the Swiss soldiers who have served as bodyguards, ceremonial guards, and palace guards at foreign European courts since the late 15th century. They have had a high reputation for discipline, as well as loyalty to their employers...
from 1652 to 1657 protecting Popes Innocent X and Alexander VII at the Vatican.
He was the suspected illegitimate son of Pope Innocent X and died supposedly of dysentery; his death is considered to be suspicious.