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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;PaddyB, post: 4522192, member: 40017&quot;]The bundle of sticks is called a Fasces - from which the term fascist was derived. Not sure if adding the axe changes the name. They are often used as a symbol of union as the bundle is stronger than the combined strength of the individual sticks. I think it started in Roman times.</p><p>Incidentally they found a new purpose in modern warfare - pushing prepared fasces into a ditch or small river was a quick way of providing a crossing point for tanks or vehicles.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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