Pfc. Hector O. Cardenas, Platoon 1034, Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, earned citizenship May 12, 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. Cardenas, from Nicaragua, is scheduled to graduate May 13, 2016.

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