SAN DIEGO (June 14, 2018) The Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) Chief Petty Officer color guard parades the colors during the national anthem for the start of the Senior Chief pinning ceremony. TThe pinning ceremony is a tradition of awarding the star above the anchor, signifying advancement in rank and recognition of exceptional leadership and devotion to duty.

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