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基本説明
Contains more than 430 essay entries on the crucial people, operations, rooms and buildings, events, immigration laws and acts, organizations, and other terms associated with the island's history.
Full Description
Ellis Island, at the southern tip of Manhattan, was the major portal for European immigrants to the United States and looms large in 19th century and early 20th century history. After extensive restoration, today it is a national symbol and important museum. Authored by a noted historian and librarian at the Ellis Island Immigration Museum, this is the first encyclopedia devoted to the Island, documenting its various incarnations. It contains more than 430 essay entries on the crucial people, operations, rooms and buildings, events, immigration laws and acts, organizations, and other terms associated with the island's history.
This ready reference is perfect for synthesizing information for student reports on immigration and heritage. Genealogists and browsers will find this captivating reading as well. A chronology, primary document appendixes, and plentiful photos are added value.
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chronology
List of Entries
List of Entries by Subject
List of Entries of Persons by Field of Endeavor or Background
Encyclopedia
Appendix 1: "Ellis Island: Its Organization and Some of Its Work," by William Williams, 1910
Appendix 2: "Personal Report of 1909," by Roger O'Donnell
Appendix 3: "Rules for the U.S. Immigrant Station at Ellis Island," by William Williams, 1910-13
Bibliography
Index
