RUPPERT LEON SARGENT

uppert Leon Sargent grew up in Hampton, Virginia, as a devout adherent to the Jehovah’s Witnesses faith. Although they identify as Christians, Jehovah’s Witnesses do not celebrate Christian holidays, recite the Pledge of Allegiance nor salute the American flag. The church also prohibits its members from serving in the military, including service in noncombat roles for conscientious objectors. Members who do join the military are not