Pride and perseverance: A military family's story
U.S Air Force Airman Basic Ashley Bumgardner-Gaines participates in a retreat ceremony during her Basic Military Training graduation, Sept. 28, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. During BMT recruits are trained in the fundamental skills necessary to be successful in the operational Air Force including, basic war skills, military discipline, physical fitness, drill and ceremonies, Air Force core values, and a comprehensive range of subjects relating to Air Force life. (Courtesy photo)