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| Distinctive Insignia Description: A silver colored metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches in height overall, consisting of a blue dragon's head facing front with red eyes and nostrils, the last emitting red and orange flames upward along each side; entering the animals mouth in base the blade of a silver sword with point emerging above between the ears. On either side, entwining the flames and curving across the hilt of the sword a silver scroll bearing the motto " Brave and Bold" in blue letters. Symbolism: The great strength and terrible weapons of the mythical dragon are synonymous with the enemies the Brigade may face and the sword impaling his head denotes the fighting sprit displayed in the face of great odds and the victorious results. The units motto "Brave and Bold" describes the basic qualities of the men of the brigade. |