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In 1991, CMDR. Martin Kauer, went before
the Glendale Hose Co. # 1 and Carnegie V.F.R.B. seeking their support to start an honor guard to honor deceased
and fallen firefighters. Both companies graciously donated a sizeable amount of equipment. Thus starting the oringinal
firefighter Honor Guard in the area.
During the years 1991-93 a great deal of interest sparked. More companies wanted
to participate- Demands and requests became greater, causing the Honor Guard the need of a larger sponsor.
In
1993 the Honor Guard presented their services to the South Hills Fireman's Association asking them for their support. We were
accepted with a unanimous vote at the Rennerdale meeting. Not only did the Honor Guard membership explode from a handful of
members to a total of 30, our duties also grew.
While expanding our duties to parade escorts,
memorial ceremonies, and memorial dedications, etc. we started a relationship with Donald Dorsey and the Pittsburgh Fire Fighters
Local #1 Honor Guard.
In 1995, under the command of Martin
J. Kauer, the Honor Guard expanded its horizons and became the Western Pennsylvania Firefighters Memorial Honor Guard.
As of 2004 the Honor Guard has a membership of 60 strong and continues to serve the fire companies and communities of
Western Pennsylvania with great pride.
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