160916-N-EC099-271 SILVERDALE, Wash. (Sept. 16, 2016) – Naval Base Kitsap (NBK) Command Master Chief Beau Willis reads The Chief’s Creed in the NBK Bangor Chapel during the fiscal year 2017 Chief Petty Officer (CPO) pinning ceremony. The CPO pinning ceremony is a unique tradition to the Navy and signifies a crucial position of leadership and responsibility for the Navy. The CPO rank was created April 1, 1893. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Charles D. Gaddis IV/Released)

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