Military News: Thompson graduates basic

Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class William F. Thompson
Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class William F. Thompson

Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class William F. Thompson graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Thompson earned distinction as an honor graduate.

He is the son of Rebecca Thompson of Brownsboro.

The airman is a 2012 graduate of Brownsboro High School.