 COMINCH wielded supreme command over the operating forces of the Navy, while the CNO was responsible for their training and logistical support.The order also established a three-star Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO), who would head the CNO staff and act as CNO in the absence of the COMINCH-CNO.The result was that Stark was sent to Europe, King became COMINCH-CNO, and Horne became the first VCNO.