Pfc. Lucas F. Dasilva Araujo, Platoon 3013, Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned citizenship Feb. 23, 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. Dasilva Araujo, from Queens, , originally from Brazil, is scheduled to graduate Feb. 24, 2017.

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