In the army chemical corps, "cave fumo" stands for the motto: "Beware the fumes." "Fumo" is the Italian word for smoke or fumes.
The distinctive unit insignia of the 84th Chemical Battalion describes as a shield, divided per bend yellow and oriental blue. On the blue side it has a dragon with death's head emitting smoke. The gold scroll, turned oriental blue, includes the motto "CAVE FUMO" (in oriental blue).
The cobalt blue and golden yellow of the Chemical Warfare Service with a death’s head, symbolizes the function of the battalion. Dragons are traditionally held to breathe fire and fumes.
The motto reflects the functions of the organization and is suggestive of an inspirational war cry.
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