I was wondering what are the symbols in the roundel and what is the significance of them?
They are fasces, the symbol of Roman justice. A bundle of birch rods and an axe. The forms of punishment that could be given were to beat you with the sticks or cut off your head with the axe. The bundle is also stronger than the rods individually. More symbolism. The Fascists took their name from them.
Very interesting- I never knew that, but wondered about it.
I never noticed them before a few weeks ago, I was just looking over some pictures of an SM-79 when I saw them inside the circle. Antoni’s right, my English teacher taught us about them last year.
I did not know that. ( doing my best Carson)
Steve
Thanks Antoni, you’ve been a great help!
You learn something new everyday.I’m glad you asked,I didn’t know that. Thanks
Yeah Stickman, I’ve found I can look for days on the internet for a certain tidbit of info and not find it while I ask about it here and usually there are a few replies with some answers right away.
This forum is an amazing resource for information. You just have to ask! If you think it is a stupid question, you’d be wrong as there is usually several people who may be interested or have thought about the same thing you just asked.