Chief Petty Officer's 130th Birthday Celebration

SLIDESHOW | images | 230403-N-PD810-0000 The Chief’s Mess from Naval Information Forces, Fleet Cyber Command, Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, and Naval Network Warfare Command converged in the Hall of Heroes on the DoD Suffolk Complex to celebrate the 130th birthday of the rank of Chief Petty Officer. The Chief’s Mess deckplate leadership, technical experience, and ownership help make our U.S. Navy the world’s finest fighting force. (U.S. Navy photo by Jason Rodman / Released)

SLIDESHOW | images | 230403-N-PD810-0000 Commander, Naval Information Forces, Vice Adm. Kelly Aeschbach, spoke at the Chief Petty Officer’s 130th birthday celebration. In her remarks, Aeschbach expressed her gratitude for the “candid forthright counsel” she’s received throughout her career starting as a junior officer all the way in to her senior leadership positions. “I find their counsel incredible valuable. Chiefs are willing to step forward and let you know the truth.” The Chief’s Mess from NAVIFOR, Fleet Cyber Command, Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, and Naval Network Warfare Command converged in the Hall of Heroes on the DoD Suffolk Complex to celebrate the 130th birthday of the rank of Chief Petty Officer. The Chief’s Mess deckplate leadership, technical experience, and ownership help make our U.S. Navy the world’s finest fighting force. (U.S. Navy photo by Jason Rodman / Released)

SLIDESHOW | images | 230403-N-PD810-0000 The Chief’s Mess from Naval Information Forces, Fleet Cyber Command, Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, and Naval Network Warfare Command converged in the Hall of Heroes on the DoD Suffolk Complex to celebrate the 130th birthday of the rank of Chief Petty Officer. The Chief’s Mess deckplate leadership, technical experience, and ownership help make our U.S. Navy the world’s finest fighting force. (U.S. Navy photo by Jason Rodman / Released)

SLIDESHOW | images | 230403-N-PD810-0000 Force Master Chief Laura Nunley, Naval Information Forces (NAVIFOR), was the guest speaker at the Chief Petty Officer’s 130th birthday celebration. In her remarks Nunley stated that Chiefs play a critical role and stand at the forefront of warfare readiness Navy-wide by mentoring, training and leading both Sailors and junior officers, shaping the Navy in to the force that it is today. The Chief’s Mess from NAVIFOR, Fleet Cyber Command, Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, and Naval Network Warfare Command converged in the Hall of Heroes on the DoD Suffolk Complex to celebrate the rank of Chief Petty Officer. (U.S. Navy photo by Jason Rodman / Released)

SLIDESHOW | images | 230403-N-PD810-0000 The Chiefs Creed was read by Sr. Chief Yeoman Delesa Lis, Flag Yeomen, commander, Naval Information Forces. Lis also lead the Chiefs, past and present, in singing Anchors Away. The Chief’s Mess from NAVIFOR, Fleet Cyber Command, Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, and Naval Network Warfare Command converged in the Hall of Heroes on the DoD Suffolk Complex to celebrate the 130th birthday of the rank of Chief Petty Officer. (U.S. Navy photo by Jason Rodman / Released)

SLIDESHOW | images | 230403-N-PD810-0000 Force Master Chief Laura Nunley, Naval Information Forces (NAVIFOR) lead the official cake cutting ceremony with the youngest Chief, Chief Information Systems Technician Lisa Moore from Naval Network Warfare Command (NAVNETWARCOM), and the oldest Chief, also from NAVNETWARCOM, Master Chief Information Systems Technician Gene A. Crozier, Senior Enlisted Leader. The Chief’s Mess from NAVIFOR, Fleet Cyber Command, Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, and NAVNETWARCOM converged in the Hall of Heroes on the DoD Suffolk Complex to celebrate the 130th birthday of the rank of Chief Petty Officer. (U.S. Navy photo by Jason Rodman / Released)

Chief Petty Officer's 130th Birthday Celebration

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