Photo Gallery (U.S. National Park Service)

For many foreign nationals, the path to US citizenship is long and arduous. A Naturalization Ceremony celebrates the history of citizenship in the United States and the individuals who are completing their path to citizenship and are ready to experience life as full US citizens. Congratulations to the 24 new US citizens who took their oath of Allegiance!

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4 women hold US flags and look toward the camera. One wears DAR on her shirt, and another has DAR on a shirt pin. A woman on the right side of the photo with a blue and white striped shirt passes out flags.

A patriotic greeting

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2 NPS volunteers assist visitors leading up to the ceremony. People gather around a low table and verify information with a bearded man with a suit and tie.

Entranceway

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Row of 7 people sitting in various stages of contemplation. Many small US flags present. A few cellphones.

Contemplation

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Man in grey suit, red shirt, and striped tie speaks to U.S. Citizenship candidates before the ceremony.

Last minute reminders

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2 volunteers, 1 man and 1 woman, sit at a table while a man in a grey suit speaks with a woman in a pink shirt and white coat.

Volunteers and presiding offic...

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A school choir, dressed in black, stands in front of a life-sized mock-up of a side of a homestead era cabin. Several smile as they prepare to perform.

B Capella

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Woman wearing NPS green and grey winter uniform speaks into a microphone to a packed room. 4 others, including dignitaries and a keynote speaker, stand during these remarks.

Let the ceremony begin!

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3 men in blue jackets with black hats reading "Nebraska 27", all with yellow highlights stand at attention. 2 men carry rifles while the man in the middle carries an American flag with gold-yellow trim.

Presentation of Colors

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2 men in blue jackets with American Legion insignia and black hats reading "Nebraska 27", all with yellow highlights stand at attention. 1 of them on the right places the US flag in a flag-stand. A blurred cellphone in the foreground reminds the viewer that many are taking video of this event.

Presentation of Colors

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Line of visitors at the back of the room. Several take video or photos with their cellphones while others stand at attention while placing their hand over their heart.

Standing room only

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Woman wearing NPS green and grey winter uniform and class A green jacket speaks into a microphone to a packed room. Others, including dignitaries and a keynote speaker, sit behind her.

Opening Remarks

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Opening Remarks

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Woman wearing NPS green and grey winter uniform speaks into a microphone to a packed room. Dignitaries and a keynote speaker sit behind her, and U.S. citizenship candidates, sponsors, and members of the public at large sit in front of her.

A rapt audience.

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Man in grey sports jacket and black pants speaks to audience from behind podium.

Special messages

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Woman in black sports jacket and white shirt with a ruffled collar speaks to audience from behind podium labelled "National Park Service."

Special messages

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Man in blue sports jacket and red, white, and blue checkered shirt speaks to audience from behind podium labelled "National Park Service."

Special messages

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Woman in brown shirt with embroidered flowers speaks to audience from behind podium labelled "National Park Service."

Keynote speaker

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Few seats remain open in this nearly packed ceremony room. 30+ audience members are visible seated in the photo.

Attentive audience

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Man in grey suitcoat reads into microphone while individuals in the audience stand to be recognized.

Call of countries and presenta...

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Man in black suit and green shirt reads into microphone while candidates for citizenship stand and repeat oath.

Administration of the oath of ...

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Naturalization Citizenship US Citizens Oath of Allegiance New US Citizen