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Yes this was a Greek weapon and used for both ceremonial and combatant use. In a modified form the double-axe was used as ceremonial insignia by what is generally known as Vichy France (the French did not use this phrase) and was called a Gallique Francisque, or French Gallic - axe being understood.

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What Greek term can be translated as double ax?

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Two-bladed ax, usually called a labrys.


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What religious group is associated with double headed axe?

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What were greek battle axes used for?

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Is the crossbow a greek weapon?

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What Zeus famous for?

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