Knesset Guard

Knesset Guard

The Knesset Guard (Hebrew: "Mishmar HaKnesset") is an organization responsible for the security of the Knesset building and the protection of Knesset members (MKs). The Knesset Guard is not a military unit. Guards are stationed outside the building, and ushers are on duty inside. The commander of the force is called the Sergeant-at-Arms ("K'tzin HaKnesset," literally, "officer of the Knesset").

In addition to its everyday duties, the Knesset Guard plays a ceremonial role, greeting dignitaries and taking part in the annual ceremony on Mount Herzl on the eve of Israeli Independence Day.

References

* [http://www.knesset.gov.il/tour/eng/tour3.htm The Knesset Guard on the Knesset Virtual Tour]
* [http://www.knesset.gov.il/review/MoviePage.aspx?mov=61 Video clip depicting the Guard's establishment]


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