Pfc. Christian A. Cruz Paez, Platoon 3000, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned citizenship Jan. 19, 2017, on Parris Island, Before earning citizenship, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of the English language and American government, show good moral character and take the Oath of Allegiance to the Constitution. Cruz Paez, from Orlando, Fla., originally from Dominican Republic, is scheduled to graduate Jan. 20, 2017. (Photo by Cpl. Vanessa Austin)

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