Command Master Chief James Honea, from Naval Support Activity South Potomac, leads a formation of chief petty officers during a celebration of the 121st birthday of the chief petty officer rank at the Navy Memorial.

WASHINGTON (Apr. 01, 2014) Command Master Chief James Honea, from Naval Support Activity South Potomac, leads a formation of chief petty officers during a celebration of the 121st birthday of the chief petty officer rank at the Navy Memorial. Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens was joined by five former MCPONs and Ima Black, the widow of the Navy's first MCPON, Delbert Black, for the celebration. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean Hurt) File# 140401-N-AF077-163