Hi Griff, the salamander was also the sign of the French armour, see attachments, though I also think it was used by the Fire Brigade. In fact I'm not sure what the collar badge is, I always cling to the idea that it may be armoured so if anyone knows what it is I would be grateful to know. Unfortunately it is nothing like the oriental dragon but, hey ho, hopefully one day I will find out what the badge is, thanks for all the imput, Mike
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