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Ellis Island (1967)

1967 · Short film · 11 min

Synopsis

An examination of the first governmental agency encountered by the newly arrived immigrant on Ellis Island. The crucial role of immigrants in the years from 1900 to 1910 is reflected upon by Robert F. Kennedy. Includes historic footage. From the Nation of immigrants series, based on the book by John F. Kennedy

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Running time
11 minutes
Language
English
Collection
Educational Films, Ephemeral Films

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