170915-N-WX604-177 EVERETT, Wash. (Sept. 15, 2017) Chief Gunner’s Mate Nicholas D. Pecoraro, from Charlotte, NC, is piped aboard during the Chief Petty Officer pinning ceremony held at the Naval Station Everett (NSE) Commons. The rank of CPO is that of a senior non-commissioned officer, and was established on April 1, 1893, for the United States Navy. CPOs serve a dual role as both technical experts and as leaders. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph Montemarano/Released)

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