On September 11, 2001, a series of events took place that forever changed our lives. We witnessed the worst in mankind as thousands of innocent people were killed by terrorist attacks. However, we also saw the best in America, as we came together as a nation to stand up against the attacks on our country. 343 Firefighters and 72 Law Enforcement Officers made the ultimate sacrifice attempting to save others from further harm. We will never forget.

On the first anniversary of 9/11, some pipers and drummers volunteered to perform at a 9/11 memorial service in Westbrook, Maine. After the service, it was suggested that Maine needed a public safety pipe and drum band to play at the funerals of fallen public safety personnel.

A group of interested people had an introductory meeting in July of 2004 and in October of that year, the first official meeting of the Maine Public Safety Pipe & Drum Corps was held. In August of 2005, The Corps was incorporated as a non-profit organization in the State of Maine.

The Corps advertised by word of mouth and teletypes through public safety agencies and we have continued to grow the Corps into what it is today.

Bath Heritage Days Parade, Bath, ME - Magical Music Award (2010)
Rusty Nuts Car Club, Woolwich, ME - Certificate of Appreciation (2010)
American Legion - Certificate of Appreciation (2010)
Bath Blarney Days Parade, Bath, ME - Best Pipe & Drum Corps (2010)
Forth of July Parade, Augusta, ME - Best Marching Unit (2009)
Maine Association of Police, Portland, ME - Presidents Recognition Award (2009)
Forth of July Parade, Augusta, ME - Judges' Choice Award (2008)
Maine Highland Games, Brunswick, ME - 1st Place Award (2006)
Fourth of July Parade, Bath, ME - 1st Place Award (2006)
Maine State Federation of Firefighters Parade - 1st Place Award (2006)

• Hi Vaughn,
  
  My friend and I sat between you and the Corps at Bull Feeney's
  Tuesday.
  I wish we could have stayed more than the few hours we did - it was a
  wonderful experience that I shall always remember.
  Your enthusiasm and dedication, and that of you compatriots was inspiring.
  In talking with you I saw a compassionate zeal for a heritage, whether Irish, Scottish or whatever, that we so sorely lack in our society.
  In these days, more than ever, we need to have something that we can look up to and have pride in - that elusive Leprechaun that allows us to look within ourselves and smile.
  You provided that.
  
  Thank You,
  Bob
  
  Bob Stewart, patron at Bull Feeney's on St. Patrick's Day
  March 18, 2009

• I am extremely pleased that the Corps had such a great time at the banquet. As usual I heard nothing but praise for the opening ceremonies and just what a wonderful job the Corps did.
  
  It was a pleasure to submit the Corps for the Presidents Recognition award, and more to the point...well deserved. Having been able to break bread with the group on a couple of occasions, I can see how important it is to you all to keep the fraternal bond amongst us.  
  
  Paul Gaspar, Exec. Director, Maine Association of Police
  January 27, 2009

• The Corps' presence is such a special part of our celebration...Rest assured I will contact you again next year....Please thank all your members on behalf of the Bishop and the entire Blue Mass Committee.
  
  Sue Bernard, Roman Catholic Diocese of Maine
  September 16, 2008