The great waves of Immigration from Europe to the U.S. in the mid-1840s were primarily driven by the Great Famine in Ireland, which led to widespread starvation and poverty. Additionally, political unrest, economic hardship, and the promise of better opportunities in America attracted many immigrants from Germany and other European nations. These factors combined to create a significant influx of people seeking refuge and a new life in the United States during this period.
In US history, the Great Immigration is the period from about 1880 to about 1918, during which millions of migrants, mostly from eastern and southern Europe, went to the United States, and also to Canada, South America, and Australia.
The Irish were a prominent group (caused by the potato famine,) but people came from all over Europe. There were far-fewer immigrants from South America, Asia and Africa as the immigration authorities heavily favored Europeans.
A potato famine is a period of big starvation, disease and immigration caused by poisonous potato's. A.K.A The great hunger
A potato famine is a period of big starvation, disease and Immigration caused by poisonous potato's. A.K.A The great hunger
There is no great desert in Europe.
Making a GREAT immigration law!
The immigration policies of host countries hindered refugees from leaving Europe before World War II. These policies included immigration quotas and special requirements the must be met before entry.
Immigration increased steadily .
Immigration to the U.S. declined in the 1930s primarily due to the Great Depression, which caused widespread economic hardship and led to increased unemployment and competition for jobs among American citizens. Additionally, restrictive immigration laws, such as the Immigration Act of 1924, imposed quotas that limited the number of immigrants allowed from certain countries. The combination of economic challenges and restrictive policies made it difficult for many immigrants to enter or remain in the U.S. during this decade.
The stock market crashing caused the great depression.
The main food crop in Ireland was potatoes. There was a crop failure, and people starved to death. Really good reason to leave and go someplace that had food.
The rats carried fleas that actually caused the plague. The rats were carried throughout Europe on ships carrying trade goods.