The Chief

The Chief Petty Officer
of the
United States Navy
Has earned the
Respect and Admiration
of
Seaman and Admiral alike.
A Leader among leaders,
‘Dedicated, Resourceful, Forthright’
&
Having weathered many
Gale Winds of Adversity,
The Chief is the
“Deck-plate Leader.”
Officers rely upon to tell it like it is,
&
To get the job done.
Throughout the annals of Naval History
The Chief has amply earned
&
Richly deserves the Navy’s
Time-honored and highly coveted,
Well Done.