Navy Seaman Apprentice Luke D. Eggers, son of Kevin M. and Charlotte J. Eggers of Rhinelander, was recently promoted to his current rank upon graduation from Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.

Eggers received the early promotion for outstanding performance during all phases of the training cycle. 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.