Political Symbols of France before independence

 The Broken chain :-  

Chains were used to fetter slaves. A broken chain stands for the act of becoming free.












The bundle of rods or fasces :-

One rod can be easily broken, but not an entire bundle. Strength lies in Unity.








The eye within a triangle radiating light :-

The all seeing eye stands for knowledge. The rays of the sun will drive away the clouds of ignorance.










Scepter:- 

Symbol of royal power.


 





Snake biting it's tail to form a ring:-

Symbol of Eternity. A ring has neither beginning nor end.







Red Phrygian cap:-

Cap worn by a slave upon becoming free.










Blue- White- red:-

the national color of France.











The winged woman:-

Personification of the law. 








The law Tablet:- 

The law is the same for all, and all are equal before it. 





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