Purpose
- To generate world wide awareness of the importance of Regular and Reserve Chief Petty Officers in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard, of the past, present and future.
- To encourage accelerated advancement in those services through study and accomplishment.
- To conduct conventions with such members of the NCPOA to foster camaraderie and good fellowship.
- To maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America and to promote patriotism and pride in their service in the U.S. Navy or U.S. Coast Guard.
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