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ELLIS ISLAND: WOMEN, c1910. Portrait of a woman and children from Slovakia at Ellis Island
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ELLIS ISLAND: WOMEN, c1910. Portrait of a woman and children from Slovakia at Ellis Island
ELLIS ISLAND: WOMEN, c1910.
Portrait of a woman and children from Slovakia at Ellis Island. Photograph by Augustus Sherman, 1909
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1900s Decade 1910 1910s Augustus Baby Child Ellis Island Immigrant Northeast Sherman Traditional Slovakian Unidentified
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This print from Granger Art on Demand titled "ELLIS ISLAND: WOMEN, c1910" takes us back in time to the early 1900s when Ellis Island served as a gateway for immigrants seeking a new life in America. The portrait features a woman and her children, hailing from Slovakia, who have just arrived at Ellis Island. The sepia-toned photograph by Augustus Sherman beautifully captures the essence of this immigrant family's journey. The woman stands proudly with her two children beside her - a baby cradled in her arms and a young boy standing close by. Their traditional clothing reflects their Slovakian heritage, offering glimpses into their cultural background. As we gaze upon this image frozen in time, we can only imagine the mix of emotions that must have filled this mother's heart - hope for a better future mingled with uncertainty about what lies ahead. It serves as a poignant reminder of the countless stories woven into the fabric of American history through immigration. Through this photograph, we are transported to an era where Ellis Island stood as both symbol and reality for millions seeking refuge and opportunity on American shores. It reminds us of our shared humanity and the resilience displayed by those who dared to dream beyond their borders. Granger Art on Demand has once again provided us with an evocative glimpse into history through this remarkable piece capturing one family's arrival at Ellis Island over a century ago.
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