Pvt. Brendo Barbosa, Platoon 1032, Charlie Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned citizenship June 1, 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. Barbosa, from Atlanta, originally from Brazil, is scheduled to graduate June 2, 2017. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Joseph Jacob)

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