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The number of immigrants from Southern and Eastern Europe began to increase significantly in America around the 1880s. This wave of Immigration continued into the early 20th century, with millions arriving in search of better economic opportunities and escaping political turmoil. By the early 1900s, these groups represented a substantial portion of the immigrant population in the United States.

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