immigration

By Elaina lorenzo

  • John D. Rockefeller Creates Standard Oil

  • The Great Oklahoma Land Race

    The Great Oklahoma Land Race
    Alexander Smith caused many old boomers like William Couch to lose valuable claims in Oklahoma City. Legal settler could claim 160 acres of public land.

  • Ellis Island Opens to Process Immigrants

    Ellis Island Opens to Process Immigrants
    Annie Moore a teenage girl from Ireland made history as the first immigrant. On June 15, 1897 a fire on Ellis Island burned the immigration station completely.

  • Angel Island Opens to Process Immigrants

    Angel Island Opens to Process Immigrants
    Many Chinese immigrants resorted to buying false identities. Over several hours or even days they would be asked details only a genuine applicant could answer.