June, 2012. Air Force Airman 1st Class Michael P. Gilligan 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. Gilligan is the son of Lisa & Dwight Eddy of Seekonk, MA and James Gilligan, Jr. of Pawtucket, RI. He is a 2008 graduate of Seekonk High School, Seekonk, MA.