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What else was built to serve a similar purpose to Ellis island?
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Angel Island was built to house Asian immigrants on the West Coast.
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How was Ellis island rebuilt after the fire?
They built the Ellis Island with bricks.
When was the statue of liberty placed on Ellis island?
It wasn't. The Statue of Liberty was built on Liberty Island (previously known as Bedloe's Island) in 1886.
When were the buildings on Ellis Island built?
They are open to the public.
Why was a building on Ellis Island built?
Because i am awesome
Why was Ellis Island builted?
Ellis Island was not built, it is a natural land form.
When was the new buliding built on Ellis Island?
2012
Why is Fort Wood built on Ellis Island?
It is easier to defend with water all around it.
Who built Ellis Island?
president Benjamin harrison then after someone else purchased it.
After the disaster how long did it take for Ellis Island again be operational?
it was quickly built and re opened in 1900
What other two names was Ellis island called in the past?
Ellis Island has had several names. The native Americans called it Gull Island and the Dutch/English colonist called it Oyster Island. It has been called Dyre, Bucking, and Anderson Island. Samuel Ellis bought it in 1770 . The Federal government purchased the island from New York state in 1808 and built a fort in it. The fort at Ellis island was named Ft. Gibson in honor of a brave office killed in the War of 1812.
When was the Ellis Island Immigration Station opened?
1892-1954, minus a few years when the Barge Office was used (approximately 4 years total).
When did Ellis Island open for the public?
1859- 1901
