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150 New Americans Sworn In at Mount Vernon | San Antonio News
On the Fourth of July, 150 new Americans took the oath of citizenship at George Washington’s Mount Vernon — a historic, emotional milestone celebrating 250 years of the nation. Among them, U.S. Marine Sergeant Diakaria Sangare stood proudly in Dress Blue, having journeyed from hardship and persecution to embrace his new identity. Under the shade of a tree planted by Washington himself, the new citizens recited their oath, then were warmly welcomed home by a George Washington re-enactor, affirming that “American” now belongs to them too. The day ended with joy, pride, and the profound…
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