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jan 1, 1917 - Puerto Rican Citizens earn US Citizenship

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In 1917 the US Congress declared the Puerto Rico was an "incorporated" territory, allowing US citizenship to any person born in Puerto Rico.

Reference Article:
New York Times
A Look at Puerto Rico Before and After Hurricane Maria, 09.14.2018

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jan 1, 1917
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~ 108 years ago