CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) — The Pledge of Allegiance is something that most of us have said more times than we can count, but today it had a little extra meaning.

Earlier today in York County, 16 people from 11 different countries recited our nation’s Pledge of Allegiance for the first time as United States citizens.

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When asked how it felt to put their hands on their hearts to make that pledge, Brazil-born Luana Kwasnjuk spoke about how proud it made her feel.

“Becoming a citizen – it means a lot to me because of all the effort and all the people that supported me throughout the way. Just being an American – it’s a great country and I am really proud to be a part of it.”

This naturalization ceremony was held by York County’s Prothonotary, which holds these events about three times a year.

ABC27 News congratulates all 16 of the new United States citizens!

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