Denmark ends height requirements for soldiers best known for ceremonial unit outside royal palaces September 06, 2023 at 01:23AM

The Danish defense said Wednesday that they are abolishing the height requirements for people serving with the Danish Royal Life Guards, mainly known for being a ceremonial unit outside Denmark's royal palaces. Until now, it was required for men had to be at least 175 centimeters tall (5-foot-9) and women 169 centimeters (5-foot-6) to serve in the unit.