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After Caesar's death, Cassius joined Brutus to lead the republican armies against Octavian and Mark Antony at Philippi in 42 BC. In the first battle, he commanded the left flank and was defeated by Mark Antony. Unaware that the right flank under Brutus had achieved success, Cassius despaired of the situation and committed suicide.
Red stands for bloodshed. Orange symbolizes agriculture. Blue represents the sky and hope. Effective date: 24 August 1990.
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