The Gatlinburg Fire Department Honor Guard was organized in 2006 by authorization of the Fire Chief.  Our inaugural six man unit consists of Firefighters  Michael Clemmons, Randy Williams, John Bridges, John Mathews and David Puckett.  With the formation of this unit the initial training hours approximated fifty and regular training periods now occur to maintain unit readiness for the representation of the department in any authorized official capacity.  The drill utilized is a compilation of United States military service experience with drill movements and techniques.  This drill is then instructed by both Firefighters Clemmons and Williams to the unit.  Resources include military manuals of drill, the national flag standard and the fire department protocols as stated by the National Fire Academy.  Furthermore, the Honor Guard is a result of pride, dedication and deep honor towards our brothers and sisters in the armed forces of the United States and emergency service providers everywhere.

Within the performance of our honor guard duties, our department Class A uniform is worn and trimmed with authorized additions befitting an Honor Guard.  A minimum of four firefighters comprise a detail for our Honor Guard.  In some instances all six members may be present for an outstanding presentation of the colors of the United States and the State of Tennessee.  These two standards are proudly carried in the center of the formation and accompanied on the flanks by two chrome plated pick head axes with hickory handles.

We proudly provide an Honor Guard for our own Fire Department functions, special ceremonies within the city, and visiting emergency service conferences among other functions.  We would like to extend a special thanks to the Gatlinburg American Legion and the members of our community who supported our efforts during the initial formation of our unit.