Pvt. Thalia Carballosa, Platoon 4043, Papa Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, earned citizenship Dec. 1, 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. Carballosa, from Marinea Valley, Calif., originally from Cuba, is scheduled to graduate Dec. 2, 2016. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)

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