Air Force Airman Joshua D. Hoar has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises and special training in human relations.

In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Hoar is the son of Robert Hoar of Augusta and Carmela Thompson of Wilton. Hoar is a 2007 graduate of Mt. Blue High School, Farmington.