Emblem
Each symbol on the emblem of the Command and Staff College represents a specific ideal for a member of the Army:
- Two spread Swords: Symbol of the officer’s command
- Two palms: Eternal vitality and generosity
- The Cedar: symbol of Lebanon: in all circumstances,it remains green and at the top for good
- The Flaming torch: Symbol of sacrifice and martyr
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