U.S. Air Force Airman Cesar R. Taveras 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 also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Taveras is the son of Fausto and Carolina Taveras of Yonkers, N.Y.
He is a 2016 graduate of Yonkers Middle High School, Yonkers, N.Y.
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