13K views · 53 reactions | Achieving the rank of Chief Petty Officer in the Navy is something less than 10% of all enlisted Sailors will do during their career. ⚓️ Today, six new Chiefs were honored at their pinning ceremony held at U.S. Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia We celebrate these Sailors for their incredible accomplishment! #NavyChiefNavyPride #ANDiegoGarcia #USNavy | AFN Diego Garcia | Facebook

The U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Anchor is more than an insignia—it is a symbol of trust, authority, and responsibility earned through years of service at sea and ashore. Worn by those who have crossed into the Chief’s Mess, the anchor represents the backbone of the Navy’s enlisted leadership and the standard by which the deckplates operate. Chief Petty Officers serve as the vital link between command intent and mission execution. They train Sailors, enforce standards, preserve traditions, and