May 24, 2026
FEP Brief 020 — The History of Executive Protection Part 1
Executive protection has evolved over centuries, but its core mission has remained the same:
protecting leaders so they can lead with confidence. Matt François explores the historical roots of executive protection, from the military officers who guarded Egyptian pharaohs to the Praetorian Guard that protected Roman emperors. Discover how these early protective roles helped shape the principles and practices behind modern executive protection.
Follow for Part 2, where Matt François connects these historical foundations to today's
executive protection operations.
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