Ellis Island immigration hall, 1890s C017 / 6890
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Ellis Island immigration hall, 1890s C017 / 6890
Ellis Island immigration hall. 19th-century artwork of crowds of potential immigrants passing through the Great Hall at the immigration station on Ellis Island, New York City, USA. From the 1890s to the 1950s, this immigration station was the busiest in the USA. Millions of working class people passed through from Europe and elsewhere in search of a new life in the USA. As well as having their details recorded, the potential immigrants were inspected for signs of disease. This wood engraving dates from circa 1897
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Media ID 9262207
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1897 Arriving Crowd Group Human Geography Largest Manhattan Migrant New York New York City North American Poor Poverty Travel Women Working Class American Dream Arrive Busiest Ellis Island Huddled Masses Immigrant Immigrants Immigrate Migrants
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the bustling atmosphere of Ellis Island immigration hall in the 1890s. The artwork depicts a sea of potential immigrants, both men and women, huddled together as they anxiously await their turn to enter the Great Hall at this iconic immigration station in New York City. During this time period, Ellis Island was the busiest immigration station in the United States, attracting millions of working-class individuals from Europe and other parts of the world. Seeking a new life and opportunities in America, these hopeful souls arrived with dreams of prosperity and success. The wood engraving showcases not only the sheer number of people passing through but also highlights an important aspect of their journey - health inspections. As part of the process, potential immigrants were meticulously examined for signs of disease before being allowed entry into their newfound home. This historical illustration serves as a poignant reminder of America's rich immigrant history and its role as a beacon for those seeking refuge or better lives. It symbolizes resilience, determination, and hope amidst challenging circumstances. Through this monochrome artwork by BILDAGENTUR-ONLINE/TH FOTO/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, we are transported back to an era when Ellis Island stood as a gateway to opportunity for countless individuals who embarked on their American dream.
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