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The last time we focus on the rainbow, and this time let's look at the sword, which is in Washington's hand.


It is a little bit different from the usual sword...isn't it? But i am not sure. wikepedia is our friends.;)


"the sword that he holds on his left side is a dress sword and not a battle sword (symbolizing a democratic form of government, rather than a monarchy or military dictatorship)."


It means that he emphasize in democracy more than military. But wait, what is dress sword.


"The small sword or smallsword (also court sword, fr: épée de cour or dress sword) is a light one-handed sword designed for thrusting which evolved out of the longer and heavier rapier of the late Renaissance. "


it seems smaller than the usual sword..whatever.

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