170915-N-VH385-033 SILVERDALE, Wash. (Sept. 15, 2017) - Chief Aviation Electronics Technician Nick Kolakowski dons the combination cover of a Chief Petty Officer (CPO) during a CPO pinning ceremony at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor. 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 Wyatt L. Anthony)

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