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STATUE OF LIBERTY. Part of a group of illegal immigrants waving goodbye to the Statue of Liberty from the Coast Guard cutter that took them from Ellis Island to the Home Lines ship Argentina in Hoboken for deportation. Photographed by Al Ravenna, c1952
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STATUE OF LIBERTY. Part of a group of illegal immigrants waving goodbye to the Statue of Liberty from the Coast Guard cutter that took them from Ellis Island to the Home Lines ship Argentina in Hoboken for deportation. Photographed by Al Ravenna, c1952
STATUE OF LIBERTY.
Part of a group of illegal immigrants waving goodbye to the Statue of Liberty from the Coast Guard cutter that took them from Ellis Island to the Home Lines ship Argentina in Hoboken for deportation. Photographed by Al Ravenna, c1952
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1952 Departure Deportation Ellis Island Gesture Harbor Illegal Immigration Island Liberty New York Ravenna Statue Statue Of Liberty Wave
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This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in American history. In the image, we see a group of illegal immigrants bidding farewell to the Statue of Liberty from aboard a Coast Guard cutter. Taken by Al Ravenna in 1952, this snapshot encapsulates the complex emotions surrounding immigration during that time. The Statue of Liberty stands tall and proud in the background, symbolizing hope and freedom for millions seeking refuge on American shores. However, for these individuals, their dreams have been shattered as they are being deported back to their home countries on the Home Lines ship Argentina. As they wave goodbye to Lady Liberty, their faces reflect a mix of sadness, resignation, and perhaps even anger at being forced to leave behind everything they had hoped for in America. Their gesture is both an act of defiance against an unjust system and a heartbreaking acknowledgment that their journey has come to an end. Al Ravenna's composition beautifully captures the contrast between liberty and deportation, highlighting the complexities inherent in immigration policies. This photograph serves as a reminder that while America may be seen as a land of opportunity for many, it has also been marked by struggles faced by those deemed "illegal" or unwanted. Decades later, this image still resonates with its viewers – reminding us all of our shared humanity and challenging us to consider how we can create more inclusive societies where everyone's dreams can find sanctuary.
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