A National Park Service documentary on Ellis Island and the experiences of the immigrants from Europe, Asia, and Africa who passed through there between 1890 and 1920. The film follows their departure from their home countries and their journey across the ocean to their hopeful arrival at Ellis Island. [28:26]

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ellis island

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immigration in late 1800s, americanization movement, ellis island: history of immigration to the united states (1890-1920), immigrants to united states

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Classroom Considerations

• This video is hosted on YouTube