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Besides Native Americans all American citizens obtained their citizenship by?
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The Majority of Americans receive their United States citizenship by birth, the rest acquire theirs through Naturalization. In that immigrants from foreign countries can obtain citizenship after residing in the United States legally for a given period of time, (the length of time required for residency has changed periodically by Acts of Congress). They then apply and after an investigation of the immigrant by the State Department are granted citizenship in a Formal ceremony. Although there is no requirement for a legal permanent resident alien to acquire Unites States Citizenship there are certain Tax and Political benefits for doing so, and are encouraged by the Department of State.
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When were native Americans considered US citizens?
Native American U.S. citizenship is a complex issue involving hundreds of tribes and Indian organizations. The earliest recorded date of Native Americans becoming U.S. citizens was in 1831 when the Mississippi Choctaw became citizens after the ratification of the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek. Citizenship could also be obtained by, 1. Treaty Provision (as with the Mississippi Choctaw) 2. Allotment under the Act of February 8, 1887 3. Issuance of Patent in Fee Simple 4. Adopting Habits of Civilized Life 5. Minor Children 6. Citizenship by Birth 7. Becoming Soldiers and Sailors in the U.S. Armed Forces 8. Marriage 9. Special Act of Congress. It wasn't until after many Indians returned from fighting in WWI that some Americans felt obligated to make them citizens. The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 granted U.S. citizenship entirely to America's indigenous peoples, called "Indians" in this Act. Other tribes who became U.S. citizens before 1924 were the Wyandot, Ottawa of the united bands of Blanchard's Fork and of Roche de Bœuf, and the Tsimshian & Metlakahtlans. NOVANET ANSWER IS 1924
Did the US win Guam from Japan?
The US originally obtained Guam when it was ceded to them by Spain after the Spanish/American war in 1898. Guam was invaded by Japan on December 8 1941 and recaptured on July 21 1944.
What is a state in which the citizens choose representatives to run the government?
The type of government in which citizens choose representatives to run the government is a representative government. This is the type of government that the United States borrowed from Greece once their independence from Great Britain was obtained.
Is the child of a British citizen mother automatically a British citizen?
No, not unless they are born in the United Kingdom. However, someone born after 1961 to a British mother, and who is a citizen of a Commonwealth country, can apply for citizenship, with a few exceptions. There are restrictions based on criminal record, etc, but in most cases, citizenship can be obtained. This is due to a change made in 2006. Prior to 2006, only children born after 1983 could apply for citizenship through their mothers.
A major result of the spanish-American war was that the United States did what?
A major result of the Spanish-American War was that the United States obtained overseas colonies.
What are the differences between naturalized and native-born citizens?
native born citizens were born in the US. Naturalized were born in Another Country but have immigrated to the US and obtained citizenship
Two ways the rights of naturalized citizens are different from the rights of native-born Americans?
If a naturalized citizen was found to have gained citizenship by fraud, the citizenship can be revoked and possibly deported; a naturalized citizen is not qualified to run for the office of president of the US.
Can someone live in a country after they have applied for citizenship?
No, not until they have obtained that citizenship.
When were native Americans considered US citizens?
Native American U.S. citizenship is a complex issue involving hundreds of tribes and Indian organizations. The earliest recorded date of Native Americans becoming U.S. citizens was in 1831 when the Mississippi Choctaw became citizens after the ratification of the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek. Citizenship could also be obtained by, 1. Treaty Provision (as with the Mississippi Choctaw) 2. Allotment under the Act of February 8, 1887 3. Issuance of Patent in Fee Simple 4. Adopting Habits of Civilized Life 5. Minor Children 6. Citizenship by Birth 7. Becoming Soldiers and Sailors in the U.S. Armed Forces 8. Marriage 9. Special Act of Congress. It wasn't until after many Indians returned from fighting in WWI that some Americans felt obligated to make them citizens. The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 granted U.S. citizenship entirely to America's indigenous peoples, called "Indians" in this Act. Other tribes who became U.S. citizens before 1924 were the Wyandot, Ottawa of the united bands of Blanchard's Fork and of Roche de Bœuf, and the Tsimshian & Metlakahtlans. NOVANET ANSWER IS 1924
What are the difference between naturalized and native-born US citizen?
native born citizens were born in the US. Naturalized were born in Another Country but have immigrated to the US and obtained citizenship
What if you were born in Canada but want to get a citizenship for the us without giving up your citizenship for Canada having duel citizenships for both countries is this possible?
Fulfilling the requirements for U.S. citizenship does NOT cancel your Canadian citizenship. Canadian citizenship is permanent, and (unless obtained by fraud) cannot be revoked by the Canadian Government for ANY reason unless you renounce it yourself. Also, the U.S. does not require Canadians to renounce their citizenship when becoming U.S. Citizens.
Is Michael Ignatieff an American Citizen?
No. Michael Ignatieff never applied for US citizenship. He did live abroad for almost half of his life though (about 30 years). If he had obtained US citizenship, he would have lost it by taking his oath of office. http://travel.state.gov/law/citizenship/citizenship_778.html
If an American couple has their baby in UK does baby get automatic dual citizenship in UK and the US?
Yes absolutely! Your child will have dual citizenship: • American citizenship by birth in the United States ["lex soli" ] • British citizenship by descent being born to a British citizen ["lex sanguinis"]
Is it possible to get citizenship six month after you have obtained you permanent residency in Australia?
No
Can someone who married a US citizen in order to gain citizenship and then abandoned them after it was obtained be prosecuted?
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Is a person born in the U S of naturized parents a citizen if he has obtained Canadian Citizenship as a child?
yes
Who obtained Florida from Spain?
Florida was obtained from Spain by the American colonies.
