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Potsdam native completes basic Air Force military training

Posted 1/4/11

Air Force Airman Matthew J. Smith graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training …

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Potsdam native completes basic Air Force military training

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Air Force Airman Matthew J. Smith graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, 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.

He is the son of Lisa Smith of Wright Road, Potsdam.

Smith is a 2010 graduate of Potsdam Central School.