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HINE: ELLIS ISLAND. An Italian mother with her children at Ellis Island. Photograph by Lewis W
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HINE: ELLIS ISLAND. An Italian mother with her children at Ellis Island. Photograph by Lewis W
HINE: ELLIS ISLAND.
An Italian mother with her children at Ellis Island. Photograph by Lewis W. Hine, 1905
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1905 Child Ellis Island Family Hall Hine Immigrant Immigration Station Landing Lewis Mother Wickes Window Unidentified
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This photograph, taken by Lewis W. Hine in 1905, transports us back to the bustling halls of Ellis Island during a time of great immigration to America. In this poignant image, we see an Italian mother seated near a window with her children gathered around her. The worn expressions on their faces tell stories of hope, uncertainty, and resilience. The setting is an interior space within the iconic Ellis Island Immigration Station in New York City. This hall served as a gateway for countless immigrants seeking new opportunities in North America at the turn of the century. The mother's gaze seems fixed on something beyond our view - perhaps contemplating what lies ahead for her family in this new land. Hine's skillful composition captures not only the physical presence of these individuals but also their emotional journey. The woman's posture exudes strength and determination as she navigates through unfamiliar territory while caring for her children. Her daughters stand close by, one holding onto her skirt while another leans against her protectively. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by immigrant families who left behind everything they knew in search of better lives. It invites us to reflect upon our own heritage and appreciate the courage it took for those who came before us to build a future filled with opportunity and possibility.
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