Immigrant Collection (page 5)

Church in Potrero district where there is a "Russian-White"colony, San Francisco, California, 1939
Church in Potrero district where there is a " Russian-White" colony. San Francisco, California. [Sign: First Russian Baptist Church ]

Spreckels sugar factory and sugar beet field, Monterey County, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Spreckels sugar factory and sugar beet field with Mexican and Filipino workers thinning sugar beets. Monterey County, California

The Steerage, 1907 (small-format photogravure)
CH469011 The Steerage, 1907 (small-format photogravure) by Stieglitz, Alfred (1864-1946); 19x15 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: from Camera Work, number 36, 1911; ); Photo © Christies Images

Boys Bathing, 1894 (oil on canvas)
488215 Boys Bathing, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Grinager, Alexander (1865-1949); 85.25 x 147.64 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

The Steerage, 1907 (photogravure)
3492961 The Steerage, 1907 (photogravure) by Stieglitz, Alfred (1864-1946); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info)

St. Patricks Day Parade on Fifth Avenue, New York, 1909 (b / w photo)
5055781 St. Patricks Day Parade on Fifth Avenue, New York, 1909 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection

Food Will Win the War, 1917 (colour litho)
699039 Food Will Win the War, 1917 (colour litho) by Chambers, Charles Edward (1883-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Food will win the war - You came here seeking freedom)

Food will win the war, 1917 (colour litho)
1768761 Food will win the war, 1917 (colour litho) by Chambers, Charles Edward (1883-1941); 77x51 cm; Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: Immigrants arriving in New York harbour)

Immigrants arriving in New York by ship (colour litho)
7185263 Immigrants arriving in New York by ship (colour litho) by Elliott, Bert (d. 1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Immigrants arriving in New York by ship)

Manhattan: No 7 State Street (b / w photo)
6025040 Manhattan: No 7 State Street (b/w photo) by Bucovich, Mario (1884-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: No 7 State Street)

The Steerage, 1907 (photogravure on Japanese vellum)
3949696 The Steerage, 1907 (photogravure on Japanese vellum) by Stieglitz, Alfred (1864-1946); 33.3x26.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Food will win the war - You came here seeking freedom, now you must help to preserve it - Wheat is needed for
5854215 Food will win the war - You came here seeking freedom, now you must help to preserve it - Wheat is needed for the allies - waste nothing, 1917 (lithograph) by Chambers

Andrew Carnegie in New York on return from Europe, 1913 (b / w photo)
5042880 Andrew Carnegie in New York on return from Europe, 1913 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

Highland emigrant to Canada prepares to leave Scotland, clan Mac Allaster, 1800 (colour litho)
3470694 Highland emigrant to Canada prepares to leave Scotland, clan Mac Allaster, 1800 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Oregon Trail
USA, Wyoming, Rocky Mountains, Fremont County, Lander, Oregon trail

Maison des Aryas a l epoque des migrations (engraving)
7179828 Maison des Aryas a l epoque des migrations (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maison des Aryas a l epoque des migrations)

Market in Wentworth Street, Aldgate, in the Jewish Quarter of Londons East End (b / w photo)
7185839 Market in Wentworth Street, Aldgate, in the Jewish Quarter of Londons East End (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Market in Wentworth Street)

Les Emigrants (engraving)
7194564 Les Emigrants (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Emigrants. Illustration for Chefs-D Oeuvre de La Gravure Moderne (Michel Levy)

Jewish quarter of the East End, London (b / w photo)
7185840 Jewish quarter of the East End, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jewish quarter of the East End, London)

Caravan: Sir William Stewart Mounted on White Horse, c. 1837 (oil on paper)
5310516 Caravan: Sir William Stewart Mounted on White Horse, c.1837 (oil on paper) by Miller, Alfred Jacob (1810-74); 22.9x38.1 cm; Joslyn Museum, Omaha, Nebraska

Landing the Charettes, c. 1837 (brown wash on paper)
5310513 Landing the Charettes, c.1837 (brown wash on paper) by Miller, Alfred Jacob (1810-74); Joslyn Museum, Omaha, Nebraska

Caravan on Platte River, c. 1837 (w / c on paper)
5310476 Caravan on Platte River, c.1837 (w/c on paper) by Miller, Alfred Jacob (1810-74); 21.9x29.8 cm; Joslyn Museum, Omaha, Nebraska

Children of Russian Jewish immigrants in the East End, London (b / w photo)
7185836 Children of Russian Jewish immigrants in the East End, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Cunard Liner R. M. S. Umbria off Brooklyn Heights, on the East River, New York, 1885 (oil on canvas)
259397 The Cunard Liner R.M.S. Umbria off Brooklyn Heights, on the East River, New York, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Pansing, Fred (1844-1912); 78.7x157.5 cm; Private Collection

Jewish quarter of the East End, London (b / w photo)
7185838 Jewish quarter of the East End, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jewish quarter of the East End, London)

My Father, 1894, printed 1920 / 39. Creator: Alfred Stieglitz
My Father, 1894, printed 1920/39. A work made of gelatin silver print

A Home in the Wilderness, 1870 (colour lithograph)
3704173 A Home in the Wilderness, 1870 (colour lithograph) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; American, out of copyright

Across the Continent: Westward the Course of the Empire Takes its Way
3704136 Across the Continent: Westward the Course of the Empire Takes its Way, 1868 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M

A Good Change, published by Currier & Ives, c. 1863 (colour litho)
3710009 A Good Change, published by Currier & Ives, c.1863 (colour litho) by Tait, Arthur Fitzwilliam (1819-1905) (after); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

The Puritan, 1883-86 (bronze)
3614055 The Puritan, 1883-86 (bronze) by Saint-Gaudens, Augustus (1848-1907); 77.5 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Chester W)

A Chinese joss house
3786371 A Chinese joss house by Kroupa, Bohuslav (1838-1912); (add.info.: A Chinese joss house c. late 1880s. Illustration by Bohuslav Kroupa (1838 - 1912) (Shenist temple or Chinese folk temple)

Wells Fargo Express, 1890 (b / w photo)
5042929 Wells Fargo Express, 1890 (b/w photo) by Grabill, John C. H. (fl. late 19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Thaddeus Kosciuszko, the friend of Washington, 1839 (litho)
5853976 Thaddeus Kosciuszko, the friend of Washington, 1839 (litho) by Girard, A. (fl.1839); Private Collection; (add.info)

Congo Training Institute for African Students, Colwyn Bay, Wales
622838 Congo Training Institute for African Students, Colwyn Bay, Wales, 1895 (gelatin silver print) by Thomas, J. W. (fl.1895); 9.7x15 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Elllis Island, New York Harbour, NY, USA. Date: circa 1920

Process of Excavation, Erie Canal, Lockport (litho)
3088632 Process of Excavation, Erie Canal, Lockport (litho) by American School, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Construction of the Erie Canal (w / c on paper)
3088631 Construction of the Erie Canal (w/c on paper) by Hill, John William (1812-79); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

European immigrants passing the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbour
PNP256712 European immigrants passing the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbour, 1892 (coloured engraving) by American School

Immigrants in folk dance on Ellis Island, New York Harbor, 1907 (b / w photo)
PNP340136 Immigrants in folk dance on Ellis Island, New York Harbor, 1907 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American

Chinese workers helping construct the Central Pacific Railroad
PNP246754 Chinese workers helping construct the Central Pacific Railroad, completed 1869 (colour litho) by American School

Typical prairie sodhouse, Wichita County, Kansas, c. 1880 (b / w photo)
PNP246249 Typical prairie sodhouse, Wichita County, Kansas, c.1880 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

Welcome to All, illustration from the American magazine Puck
NYH177781 Welcome to All, illustration from the American magazine Puck (coloured engraving) by Keppler, Joseph (1838-94); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Polish nationals praying for Poland in church, Sept 1939
Polish nationals, including army officers, embassy staff, the ambassador and the Archbishop of Westminster Cardinal Hinsley, praying for their country in a Polish Catholic church in Islington

St. Patricks day in America, 1872 (colour lithograph)
5848260 St. Patricks day in America, 1872 (colour lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Irish nationals outside the Irish Embassy, September 1939
Irish nationals waiting outside the High Commission for Ireland in an attempt to return home, following the outbreak of war, September 1939. September 1939

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"Journeying Across Oceans: The Resilient Spirit of Immigrants" From the Jamaicans on board the Empire Windrush to Jewish children in the East End of London, immigrants have woven a rich tapestry of diversity and hope throughout history. They embarked on uncertain voyages, seeking new opportunities and dreams beyond their homelands. In 1869, Thomas Nast's Thanksgiving cartoon depicted Uncle Sam's inclusive dinner table, symbolizing America as a land that welcomed all. Ellis Island became an iconic gateway for millions of immigrants in the early 20th century, as captured by oil-painted photographs from around 1920. The MV Empire Windrush stands tall as a symbol of post-war immigration from the Caribbean to Britain. It carried those who sought better lives and contributed significantly to their adopted country's growth and culture. Steerage passengers braved treacherous journeys across oceans in the 1800s, fueled by determination and resilience. Joseph Keppler's pro-immigration cartoon from 1880 advocated for unrestricted immigration, highlighting America's foundation built upon diverse backgrounds. Even Australia embraced immigrants with open arms; an antique map showcases vignettes depicting its multicultural heritage alongside a kangaroo sleeping beneath its flag. Meanwhile, Ellis Island witnessed countless stories like that of a Ruthenian woman in 1906 – her portrait capturing both strength and vulnerability. Chinese immigrants played pivotal roles in constructing the transcontinental railroad - their hard work shaping America's infrastructure while facing immense challenges along the way. Through these glimpses into history, we honor those who left behind familiar shores to forge new paths filled with hopes and aspirations. Their legacies endure within our societies today – reminding us that unity lies not just within borders but also through embracing one another as fellow human beings.