Pvt. Mahmoud Berte, Platoon 2037, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned citizenship May 4, 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. Berte, from Bronx, , originally from Ivory Coast, is scheduled to graduate May 5, 2017. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Maximiliano Bavastro)

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