Soldiers become American citizens in Africa

The Pentagon reports the US military is overwhelmed by the strains of fighting two wars, and manning 130 foreign bases. Americans aren't volunteering in sufficient numbers to maintain needed troop levels, so it only makes sense to recruit natives to serve in the empire's legions and to reward them with citizenship.

After all, it worked so well for the Romans.

And this young man is more than happy to be part of US forces operating in his home land:

Irungu joined the military in 2004, after emigrating from Nairobi, Kenya.

“I felt like I owed something to the country, and I should pay back,” said Irungu. “I feel very privileged to be at this point. It’s a pretty big milestone.”

Becoming an American citizen is a unique experience, but for the Nariobi native, being deployed to Africa and going through the naturalization process was quite an experience.

“There’s a special connection serving here,” said Irungu. “The last year of my military service I have spent in my homeland. It’s been an honor and a privilege to be able to contribute in an effective way.”

Kenya, huh? Maybe one day he'll contribute even more and become president.