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    Polish Emigrants Journey: Shipboard Departure, 1907
    Polish Emigrants Journey: Shipboard Departure, 1907
    Polish Emigrants Journey: Shipboard Departure, 1907

    Polish Emigrants Journey: Shipboard Departure, 1907

    $19.95

    This photograph vividly captures a moment from November 18, 1907, as a Polish emigrant boards a ship, a poignant snapshot of the eras mass migration. Carrying a trunk on his shoulders, the emigrant prepares to leave Poland, reflecting the hopes and challenges experienced by millions during this time. Between 1900 and 1910, the United States became a significant destination for those fleeing economic hardship, political instability, and seeking better lives. For many from Eastern Europe, including Poland, America represented the promise of opportunity and freedom.

    The early 20th century was marked by dramatic shifts in population. Poland, divided among Russia, Germany, and Austria-Hungary, faced social and political upheaval. As a result, many Polish individuals and families made the difficult choice to emigrate. This photograph not only documents one individual’s journey but also represents the larger story of how the United States evolved into a melting pot of cultures, driven by immigrants searching for stability and prosperity. The image is part of the George Grantham Bain Collection at the Library of Congress and serves as a visual reminder of the intricate narrative of immigration that shaped both America and the lives of those who sought it.

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    Polish Emigrants Journey: Shipboard Departure, 1907

    Polish Emigrants Journey: Shipboard Departure, 1907

    8" x 8"
    $19.95
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