Story by Petty Officer 1st Class Shayla Hamilton | U.S. Naval Support Activity Bahrain | 09.16.2025
Sixteen Sailors were pinned to chief petty officer (CPO) during a ceremony onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain, Sept. 16....
Story by Sgt. Jacob Harrer | 1st Marine Division | 09.24.2012
A graduating class of chief petty officers stand at attention after being pinned with the anchor rank insignia by friends and family. Each chief wears a tan combination cover that was placed on his head by a mentor who has guided him through a six-week induction course. It is a Navy ceremony rife with centuries-old traditions....
