Immigration

About this film

Reviews the history of immigration to the United States up to the restrictive law passed in 1924. A dramatized scene in a European steamship office is used to show the economic, political and religious motives for immigration. Contains scenes of Ellis Island and New York City in the early 20th century.

Directors & creators

Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc.

Subjects

Immigration;Diversity;U.S. History: 1900-1927

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