SASEBO, Japan (Nov. 19, 2021) Chief Engineman Jennifer Varmall, assigned to Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo Port Operations, receives her anchors and combination cover as she 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)