160916-N-EC099-200 SILVERDALE, Wash. (Sept. 16, 2016) – Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Christian Evangelista, from Passaic, New Jersey, receives his anchors and combination cover in the Naval Base Kitsap 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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