Hammer and Sickle Symbol - Meaning, History, and Significance #3567787 (License: Personal Use)

The hammer and sickle is a red emblem combining a hammer (representing industrial workers) and a sickle (symbolizing agricultural laborers), signifying the unity of the working class. First adopted by the Soviet Union in 1923, it has since been used by communist parties and socialist states across the globe. Its bold, stylized design conveys strength, revolution, and collective struggle.

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