Pfc. James Alan Joiner, 18, of Baker, graduated from United States Marine Corps boot camp at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island on Sept. 22.
Joiner successfully completed 13 weeks of intensive basic training at MCRD Parris Island as one of 90 recruits in Training Platoon 1069.
While in recruit training, Joiner achieved the requirements of a platoon artist and sharpshooter.
Following 10 days home on leave, he will report to Camp Geiger for one month at Military Combat Training and then Military Occupation Specialty school.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Baker man completes Marine Corps Boot Camp