On September 11, 2001 many of New York's Finest Police Officers lost their lives in the World Trade Center massacre, when terrorists attacked our country, our freedom, and our way of life. These officers responded valiantly. This poem is written in respect and honor of all the Law Enforcement Officers who have given themselves that we might enjoy our freedom and safety in this great land.

In memory of our fallen heroes

They lost their lives.

They gave their all,

When they responded

To the call.



"Protect and Serve" is what they do ~

These valiant ones, our folks in "Blue".

Marshall, Sheriff, or Special Ops,

Trooper, Police, or just plain Cops.



We called them "pigs", and we poked fun…

Who else would do what they have done?

Who else would shield us from the crimes,

Risk their own lives so many times?



He was a trooper, proud and tall

Until we heard that dreaded call.

To save a life he gave his all.

Another hero took the fall.



I was there when the call came in.

Still, I wonder, what might have been

If it were not for that report

That meant a life had been cut short.



They stand for us, both large and small,

Each time they answer to the call.

It's much the same across the land.

Their falling lets our freedom stand.



Who else will answer when we call?

Who is willing to take the fall?

Who will defend us 'til they drop?

Who would you call, except a cop?

~Author~

Glen Pysell

©Copyright 2001


This is dedicated to my late Uncle Paul Pysell, who was a Virginia State Trooper.

Please... Do not copy or reproduce without written permission from the author.

The midi you are listening to is......"Braveheart"

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