April 1, 2017 - Command Master Chief Laura Nunley, Commanding Officer Capt. Richard McCormack and Pre-Commissioning Unit Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) Chiefs Mess pose for a photo on the ship's flight deck for the 124th birthday of the chief petty officer. The rank of chief petty officer was established on April 1, 1893. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Connor Loessin)