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ELLIS ISLAND: REGISTRY ROOM. Newly arrived immigrants in the registry room at Ellis Island
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ELLIS ISLAND: REGISTRY ROOM. Newly arrived immigrants in the registry room at Ellis Island
ELLIS ISLAND: REGISTRY ROOM.
Newly arrived immigrants in the registry room at Ellis Island, waiting for approval to enter the United States. Photograph, c1923
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Media ID 13138429
1923 Attendant Bench Daughter Ellis Island European Immigrant Immigration Station Mother New York Pillow Pitcher Registry Room Waiting Water
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This photograph captures the essence of Ellis Island: Registry Room in the early 1920s. The room is filled with a diverse group of newly arrived immigrants, eagerly awaiting approval to enter the United States. Each individual carries their own unique story, hopes, and dreams. In this bustling scene, men, women, and children from various European countries are seated on wooden benches. A weary mother cradles her young son while her daughter clings to a pillow for comfort. The room's attendant stands nearby, overseeing the proceedings with a watchful eye. The atmosphere is palpable with anticipation as these individuals yearn for a fresh start in America. Their eyes reflect both trepidation and resilience as they patiently wait for their turn to be processed through immigration procedures. The registry room itself exudes an air of history; its walls have witnessed countless tales of triumph and hardship over the years. Sunlight streams through large windows illuminating pitchers of water placed strategically around the space to quench thirsts during this arduous journey. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Ellis Island's significance as an immigration station - a gateway that welcomed millions seeking refuge or better opportunities in North America. It immortalizes not only those who passed through its doors but also represents the collective spirit that built this great nation we call home today.
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