Translation of a Latin motto

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December 30th, 2005   #1
Mario47
 

Translation of a Latin motto info


Hi

I have an Italian army badge (vintage: post 1945) that has the latin motto
"Ut ardeant ardeo". I have also seen this motto on the front on the current Italian NCO School.

Can anyone tell me what it means in english?

Cheers
Mario
 
December 30th, 2005   #2
Italian Guy
 
 
I believe it means "I get burned for them to burn", some kind of a voluntary sacrifice if it is necessary to kill the enemy.



"Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who have the courage to defend it".
Pericles.


 
December 30th, 2005   #3
Mario47
 

Thank you info


Hi

Thanks for that.
Cheers
Mario