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150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthday
By Jesse Bedayn And Rod Lamkey, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 4, 2026
· 4 min read
The people who were about to become United States citizens sat in folding chairs on George Washington's lawn at Mount Vernon on Saturday, 250 years after the Declaration of Independence. The sun beat down and the well-dressed crowd was a flutter of paddle fans stamped with American flags. Their f...
Key takeaway “Well, good morning, everybody,” said Anne Neal Petri, the regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The naturalization ceremony at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthday is a poignant reminder of the diverse backgrounds that shape our nation. For Terrell Hills residents, this event may resonate particularly with the local community's own experiences with cultural exchange and international connections. As a community within the San Antonio area, Terrell Hills is likely home to residents who have family ties or personal connections to the 50 countries represented at the ceremony. The story of U.S. Marine Sgt. Diakaria Sangare, who served two deployments before becoming a citizen, may also strike a chord with local veterans and their families. As the newly sworn-in citizens begin their lives as Americans, Terrell Hills residents may wonder how their own community can welcome and support these new citizens, and how their stories can enrich the local cultural landscape.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? The people who were about to become United States citizens sat in folding chairs on George Washington's lawn at Mount Vernon on Saturday, 250 years after the Declaration of Independence. The sun beat down and the well-dressed crowd was a flutter of paddle fans stamped with American flags. Their f...
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