Naval Support Mid-South hosts a Chief Pinning Ceremony [Image 1 of 8]

260916-N-XB641-1023 Chief Selects from Naval Support Activity Mid-South sing “Anchors Aweigh” as they march into their chief pinning ceremony in Millington, Tennessee, Sept. 16, 2026. Established in 1960, the chief petty officer pinning ceremony marks the culmination of a six-week initiation of team building, physical, and leadership training that symbolizes the transition to new responsibilities and higher commitment for enlisted Sailors. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thaddeus Berry)