Pvt. Yah Cooper, Platoon 4027, Oscar Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned Citizenship Aug. 4, 2016, 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. Cooper, from Worthington, Minn., originally from Cote d’Ivoire, is scheduled to graduate Aug. 5, 2016. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Carlin Warren)

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