A Roman axe or pickaxe-like tool with a double head, used for digging, mining, or military purposes.
From Latin 'dolabra,' derived from a root related to 'dolus' or 'dolere.' The tool was commonly depicted in Roman art and military equipment, particularly useful for siege warfare and construction.
Roman soldiers carried dolabras into battle because they were perfect for breaking through walls, digging fortifications, and handling a thousand camp tasks—basically the ultimate multi-tool of ancient warfare!
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