MCPON Robert J. Walker, USN 1948-1979

The third Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, the Navy’s highest Enlisted rank.  Through his efforts, a petty officer indoctrination course became mandatory for all new E-4s. New chiefs were also required to take indoctrination courses. Leadership management courses gained new emphasis and focus. He initiated the Navy Senior Enlisted Academy, from which virtually all subsequent MCPONs were graduates.  He directed the chief's community toward what he described as the five "Principles of Professionalism": technical expertise; Job skill; leadership; motivation; and personal integrity and responsibility. He fought for increases in sea pay, improvements in off duty education opportunities, improvements in enlisted evaluation reports, and a return to the traditional crackerjacks.  Through his leadership and dedication the ESWS community has evolved into the professional leaders of our Enlisted community today.  Upon retiring from active duty in 1979, his numerous awards attested to his leadership.  Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Robert J. Walker- a bold innovator and fearless advocate for Sailors.

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