Brief question

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aforr

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I have a brief question, and I wonder if anyone can help.

My grandfather was born in Pennsylvania to naturalized citizens, originally from Scotland: he was as such born an American citizen, and a British citizen. After several years back in Scotland, he was conscripted into the British Army just days after his 18th birthday, in 1946.

In the army, he swore allegiance to the King, and swore to protect him against enemies, as is required. He served only the compulsory time, but was promoted to the rank of Sergeant.

He is too old to return to the United States, and does not wish to. It is a point of contention in the family, however, whether or not he remains a citizen. Having looked at the INA--and only the most recent one--I cannot be sure one way or the other.

I would be most grateful for any opinions. Thanks.
 
Try reading through the dual citizenship FAQ, you might find something.

That said, it is extremely hard to lose American citizenship (the 14th amendment and all).
 
My 2c. I think that he did not loose his US citizenship.

First of all, there is no such thing as "automatic loss of citizenship". Therefore, US Government has to start court process in order to strip him out of citizenship. I do not think that USG would ever do that (they have better things to do).

Second, he claimed alligance to US ally in WWII and did not fight against US, but together with US, i.e. he was not with the enemy...so, he did not commit any act of treason.

Thrid, dual citizenship in his case remains sound, since he served his US obligations and UK obligations. I assume that he did not escape US to avoid mobilization into US Armed forces (i.e. he is not fugitive)?

P.S.: I'm not a lawyer. I'm not an immigration expert. I am just an ordinary guy and you are soley responsible for your actions.
 
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