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Hopeful immigrants in the port of New York, 1800s
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Hopeful immigrants in the port of New York, 1800s
Immigrants waiting for entry at Castle Garden, New York harbor, 1880s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
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1880s America Arrival Arrive Arriving Baby Baggage Child Children City European Family Female Girl Immigrant Immigration Infant Luggage Male New York New York City Port Port City Port Of Entry Sea Port Woman Women Young Woman Breast Feeding Castle Garden Hope Hopeful
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This print captures the essence of hope and anticipation that filled the port of New York in the 1800s. Immigrants from Europe, men, women, and children alike, eagerly await their entry at Castle Garden in New York harbor during the 1880s. Hand-colored to enhance its vibrancy, this woodcut illustration transports us back to a time when dreams were carried across oceans. In this snapshot of history, we witness families arriving on American soil with their luggage and steamer trunks in tow. The young woman cradles an infant while discreetly breastfeeding, symbolizing both the vulnerability and strength inherent in these hopeful immigrants. As they wait patiently for their turn to be processed into the country's bustling port city, one cannot help but feel a sense of admiration for their resilience. The image serves as a poignant reminder of America's rich heritage as a nation built by immigrants seeking better lives for themselves and future generations. It encapsulates the struggles faced by those who embarked on treacherous journeys across vast seas to reach North America's shores. As we gaze upon this historic illustration from the 19th century, it evokes feelings of empathy and gratitude towards those who paved the way for our present-day opportunities. This artwork is not just a mere depiction; it represents countless stories etched within each face captured here – stories that continue to shape our collective identity as Americans today.
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