Pfc. Andy L. Marrero Ricardo, Platoon 2066, Fox Company,

Pfc. Andy L. Marrero Ricardo, Platoon 2066, Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, earned U.S. citizenship Sept. 7, 2017, on Parris Island, S.C. 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 U.S. Constitution. Marrero Ricardo, from Miami, originally from Cuba, is scheduled to graduate Sept. 8, 2017. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joseph Jacob)