U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nathan A. Swartz graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, 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.
Swartz is the son of Terry and Wendy Swartz of Crestview, and the husband of Briana Swartz.
The airman graduated in 2010 from Dixon High School, Dixon, Calif., and earned a bachelor's degree in 2015 from the University of West Florida, Pensacola.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Crestview couple's son completes Air Force basic training