Ellis Island‚ you usually think of a historical landmark. But Ellis Island has a long and interesting history to it. Back in the 1800s‚ Samuel Ellis owned Ellis Island. He made the island into a picnic place for the Swedish. It was purchased in 1808 by the Federal Government to be used as a Government Arsenal Fort. The need for immigration was first realized in 1847 when a severe potato famine in Ireland led to thousands of starving people storming into New England and New York. Ellis Island was the
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The Island lacked the resources needed for the immigrants. There were too many people coming to Ellis Island to have enough space to support them. This was not entirely the staff’s fault‚ however. As reported by Renee C. Rebman‚ Ellis Island had over 800‚000 processed passengers in 1905 alone‚ not including first and second class who had the privilege of going through at a different time than steerage (21). With such an immense number of immigrants coming in one year alone‚ it became burdensome
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Ellis Island was the home to many new immigrants that came into the United States. There were more than 12 million immigrants who passed through Ellis Island between the years of 1892 and 1954. Ellis Island was the gateway to a new life to many new people. It was the land of new opportunities and new dreams for many. In the 1770’s the island was sold to a man named Samuel Ellis. Later on‚ the U.S War Department bought the Island for $10‚000. Years later‚ Ellis Island turned into the Immigration
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men and women of the sea. Deriving from all corners of the earth‚ battling for gold and glory. But‚ how did this image of pirates enter the minds of many? Romanticism‚ a word that undoubtedly changed the way the world viewed life‚ long ago. Treasure Island is a main contender for this topic. Stevenson‚ gave a reader an opportunity to escape into a new reality. He made pirate stories seem realistic‚ he shined light on drama between pirates and used factual‚ justifiable information without losing track
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The U.S. Virgin Islands The Virgin Islands is filled with many things to do and see. There are many different people and usually no conflict. It has beautiful beaches and amazing snorkeling spots. The Virgin Islands are located in The Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. It is East of Puerto Rico and South of The British Virgin Islands. “Each Island is different and has its own charms and attractions” (Philpott 7). There is so many things to learn about The Virgin Islands. There is so much you
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The Caribbean islands lie from the Bahamas in the north to Trinidad and Tobago in the south. The largest islands are in the central which include Cuba‚ Haiti‚ the Dominican Republic‚ Jamaica and Puerto Rico. The songs are vary from island to island so there are many types of music in Caribbean islands. Also their music culture has rich and diverse history. Jamaican mento‚ the Salsa‚ and the Puerto Rico Aguinaldo are the genres of Caribbean music. The music of Caribbean was started by the Native American
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Angel Island You’ve heard of the islands called Maui‚ the Bahamas‚ and Ellis Island‚ but have you ever heard of Angel Island? Angel Island started off just like a normal island in San Francisco Bay‚ until the United States turned this island into an immigrate station. Both Angel Island and Ellis Island are immigrate stations‚ the only difference was that Ellis Island was used for the European Immigrants and Angel Island was mostly used for Asian Immigrants. Immigrants who migrated felt different
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Imagine a beautiful island full of kids playing on the beaches‚ climbing the mountains and hills‚ building forts in the trees‚ and building sand castles. Now imagine a war torn island with a bunch of soldiers on the beaches shooting and climbing the mountains to get higher ground and climbing trees to hide and snipe off enemy soldiers and soldiers digging foxholes in the beach. This is what the soldiers saw when battling in island hopping. How did the battles help the allies win the war and advance
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Have you ever been to Coney Island‚ New York? Well let me say it is one amazing Amusement park! The park has so many history facts and stories behind it. The amusement park itself is a beauty but when u see the full thing your memorized! Coney Island is one great place‚ If you went on a Vacation there‚ you would love it. The views‚ the city‚ and etc. Make sure to bring a Camera or video camera to vlog or take pictures‚ it will be a one in a life experience! Coney Island ( New York) was founded in
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With 13 miles of pristine beaches‚ Amelia Island is a top holiday destination in Northeast Florida. From water sports to sightseeing and boat tours‚ this place offers plenty of fun for thrill seekers as well as for those who prefer a slower pace. Here you will find the best local seafood‚ live jazz festivals‚ world-class golf‚ and preserved areas framed by natural beauty. What Makes Amelia Island So Popular? Each year‚ this place attracts couples‚ families‚ and sports fans with its abundant wildlife
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