Episode 286 - Emanuela Orlandi: The Vatican’s Only Missing Citizen
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What Happens When You're Really Old?
The Orlando family were one of just 13 families living in the Vatican. Unlike other countries, you cannot become a citizen based on birth or blood. Instead, you'll need to have your citizenship approved by the papal authority. The Holy See is the universal government of the Catholic Church and the Vatican is the independent state. Both issue unique passports, which are many different colours. Another way to become a resident of the Vatican is to join the world's smallest army - the Swiss guard. And they look like Harlequins, kind of.
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