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NEW YORK: IMMIGRANTS, 1891. Immigrants at the Barge Office at the Battery on the tip of Manhattan, where more than 400, 000 immigrants were processed in 1891. Wood engravings after Thure de Thulstrup from a contemporary American newspaper
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NEW YORK: IMMIGRANTS, 1891. Immigrants at the Barge Office at the Battery on the tip of Manhattan, where more than 400, 000 immigrants were processed in 1891. Wood engravings after Thure de Thulstrup from a contemporary American newspaper
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1891 Barge Battery Belgian Child Father Immigrant Immigration Station Manhattan Off Ice Register Thulstrup Thure Ticket
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of New York City. Taken in 1891, it showcases immigrants gathered at the Barge Office located at the Battery on Manhattan's tip. This bustling immigration station was where over 400,000 individuals were processed that year alone. The wood engravings by Thure de Thulstrup, featured in a contemporary American newspaper, beautifully depict the scene inside this historic building. The image portrays a diverse group of people eagerly awaiting their turn to register and begin their new lives in America. Amongst them is a young Belgian girl accompanied by her father, highlighting the global nature of immigration during this period. Families like theirs sought hope and opportunity in the promise of America's shores. The atmosphere within the office is palpable as men, women, and children anxiously clutch their belongings and tickets while patiently enduring long waits for processing. Each face tells its own story - stories of courage, determination, and dreams for a better future. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of New York City's role as an immigrant gateway during this era. It symbolizes both the challenges faced by those seeking refuge or prosperity and also celebrates their resilience and contributions to shaping America's cultural fabric. Displayed with pride from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, this print invites us to reflect upon our shared history as we continue to navigate issues surrounding immigration today.
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