The chief master sergeant recognition ceremony is one of the oldest military traditions. In the late 1950s, the Air Force introduced a new super enlisted grade to replace its warrant officers. This top enlisted grade came to be called, “chief master sergeant.” The word “chief” means, “one who is highest in rank or authority.” The word “master” means, “a teacher or mentor.” The word “sergeant” refers to, “any of the noncommissioned officer ranks appointed to a rank conferring leadership.” The Air Force only promotes 1 percent of its enlisted force to the rank of chief master sergeant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexandre Montes/Released)
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