Royal Guard Company (Denmark)
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The Royal Guard Company (Danish: Vagtkompagniet) is part of Royal Life Guards which serves as an active protection force for the Danish royal family. Of the 300 in the company, 280 are conscripts.
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The Royal Guard Company | |
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Vagtkompagniet | |
Active | 1659 – present (365 years ago) |
Country | Kingdom of Denmark |
Branch | Royal Danish Army |
Type | Foot Guards |
Role | Public Duties |
Size | 300 (about 400 after 1st of December 2019) |
Part of | Royal Life Guards |
Garrison/HQ | Rosenborg Barracks |
Nickname(s) | Livgarden, Garden |
Motto(s) | Pro Rege et Grege (For King and people) |
Stable belt | |
Website | Official website |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Major H. C. Rørvang |
Ceremonial chief | HM King Frederik X |
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