Chief Mineman Eric Evans, assigned to the mine countermeasures ship USS Patriot (MCM 7), receives his anchors and combination cover as he is promoted to Chief Petty Officer during a pinning ceremony at Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo Nov. 19, 2021. The rank of Chief Petty Officer was created April 1, 1893 and the Chief Petty Officer pinning ceremony is a unique tradition to the U.S. Navy that signifies promotion to a crucial position of leadership and responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gregory Pickett)
Date Taken: | 11.19.2021 |
Date Posted: | 11.22.2021 03:21 |
Photo ID: | 6950162 |
VIRIN: | 211119-N-SF230-1163 |
Resolution: | 6877x4912 |
Size: | 1.03 MB |
Location: | SASEBO, NAGASAKI, JP |
Web Views: | 24 |
Downloads: | 2 |
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