The fasces symbol, a bundle of elm or birch rods are bound together by straps with the blade of an axe protruding from the bundle, symbolizes:

I believe the answer is: unity and strength

The symbol is aligned with how the rome empire used to see themselves in the past, which prioritized nationalism and proud of their military strength. This symbol is misinterpreted by fascism government in italy who ruled with their dictatorship.

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