Pvt. Jaime S. Hernandez, Platoon 3033, Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, earned citizenship May 18, 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. Hernandez, from Norfolk, Va., originally from Philippines, is scheduled to graduate May 19, 2017. (

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