Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Christopher R. Reed graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in 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.

Reed is the son of Amy Reed of Slidell, La., and grandson of Dianne McMahan of Collinsville, Miss.

He is a 2012 graduate of Demopolis High School.