Oak Harbor graduate finishes military training | Whidbey News-Times

Oak Harbor graduate finishes military training

By Janis Reid • January 14, 2014 11:17 am

Air Force Airman 1st Class Robert P. Lemme — Air Force Airman 1st Class Robert P. Lemme 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. Lemme earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Margo Lemme of Oak Harbor. The airman is a 2006 graduate of Oak Harbor High School.

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