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English: The Grand Ducal Palace is the official residence of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg, and where he performs most of his duties as head of state of the Grand Duchy.

The building was first the City Hall of Luxembourg from 1572 to 1795, it became the headquarters of the Luxembourg Government in 1817.

From 1945 to 1966 the Grand Ducal Guard mounted ceremonial guard duties at the palace. From 1966 to today soldiers of the military of Luxembourg perform guard duties.

He has a AUG A1 508mm, rife:

Caliber 5.56x45mm NATO (.223 Remington) Barrel length 508mm (20 inches) Barrel twist Right-hand twist of one turn in 9 inches Chamber and Barrel Bore Chrome plated Overall Length 790mm (31 inches) Height 275mm (11 inches) Weight of Weapon Without Magazine 3.6kg (7.9 pounds) Weight of Empty

Magazine 0.13kg (0.3 pounds)
Date Taken on 24 September 2013, 06:45
Source Luxembourg-5199 - Palace Guard
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Dennis G. Jarvis    wikidata:Q122977591
 
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