Pvt. Sergio J. Torres Batres, Platoon 2084, Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned citizenship Nov. 3, 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. Torres Batres, from Rockville, Md., originally from El Salvador, is scheduled to graduate Nov. 4, 2016. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Bolser)

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