Pfc. Javier Sardinas, Platoon 1026, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned citizenship April 27, 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. Sardinas, from Okeechobee, Fla., originally from Cuba, is scheduled to graduate April 28, 2017. (Photos by Lance Cpl. Maximiliano Bavastro)

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