Hammer and sickle
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Symbol of communism
The hammer and sickle (☭) is a symbol that represents communism and a form of socialism that advocates for the establishment of a classless society. The symbol consists of a hammer, representing industrial laborers, and a sickle, representing agricultural workers. Together, they symbolize the unity of these two groups.
History[edit | edit source]
The hammer and sickle were first used during the Russian Revolution of 1917. The symbol was adopted by the Bolsheviks, who were led by Vladimir Lenin. It became the emblem of the Soviet Union and was featured prominently on the flag of the Soviet Union and other state insignia.
Design and Symbolism[edit | edit source]
The hammer and sickle are usually depicted in gold on a red background, which is a color traditionally associated with the labor movement and revolution. The hammer represents the industrial working class, while the sickle represents the peasantry. The combination of these two tools signifies the alliance between industrial and agricultural workers.
Usage[edit | edit source]
The hammer and sickle have been used by various communist parties and movements around the world. It is often seen on flags, emblems, and propaganda materials. Despite the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, the symbol continues to be used by communist parties and organizations globally.
Controversy[edit | edit source]
The hammer and sickle are controversial symbols due to their association with the Soviet regime, which was responsible for numerous human rights abuses and political repression. In some countries, the display of the hammer and sickle is banned or restricted.
Related Symbols[edit | edit source]
Other symbols associated with communism include the red star, the red flag, and the portrait of Lenin. These symbols are often used in conjunction with the hammer and sickle to represent communist ideology.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Communism
- Socialism
- Russian Revolution
- Soviet Union
- Flag of the Soviet Union
- Red star
- Red flag
- Vladimir Lenin
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