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What Samoan symbols does the eagle hold on the American Samoa flag?
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The eagle on the flag of American Samoa holds two traditional Samoan emblems in its talons:
- A fly whisk (fue): This symbolizes the wisdom of the traditional Samoan chiefs.1
- A war club (uatogi): This represents the power of the state.1