Pvt. Maricruz Riosvazquez, Platoon 4003, 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. Riosvazquez, from Mission, Texas, originally from Mexico, is scheduled to graduate Jan. 20, 2017.

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