Navy Seaman Apprentice Jacob Carter, son of Mary K. Flenner of Sevierville, Tenn., and Jonathan L. Carter of Fryeburg, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.

During the eight-week program, Carter completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

Carter is a 2009 graduate of Fryeburg Academy.