Synopsis
Ellis Island, port of entry for millions of European immigrants from 1892 to 1954, told through archival footage of families leaving home with what they could carry; a 1989 National Park Service film.
Synopsis, reviewed
Details
- Running time
- 28 minutes
Reviews on the Internet Archive
★★★★★ · A Wonderful Film! · Visual16 · 2008-11-27
Couldn't stand seeing this absolute gem sitting without a review. This is one not to miss! Narration and soundtrack, camerawork, all first rate. This is a film that belongs in all American history and civics classes. Deeply moving.
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