Between 1840 and 1914, an estimated 40 million people left Europe. This is one of the most significant migrations in human history. So, who was leaving Europe? And why? Crash Course is on Patreon! You can support us directly by signing...

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Here's an actress who doesn't know the words 'give up.' Rutanya Alda, originally from Latvia, spent years in a German refugee camp during WWII. Her dream of...

In this historical fiction story, journey with Maeve O'Donnell, a young girl from Ireland, as she and her family seek a fresh start in America. Follow their trials and triumphs, as they navigate their way through the bustling halls of...

Come along as we explore Ellis Island, a place where millions of people first arrived in America long ago. In this video, you’ll learn what Ellis Island was, why it was important, and what it was like for the families who passed through...

Weird History Food is going to shock you with some news about the age of your favorite food brands. Some of the most common foods you see on grocery store shelves have been around for decades - if not centuries. These items have been...

Dr. Forrester talks about the variety of immigrants who have come to America and the various reasons they came. She then talks about the immigration center at Ellis Island.

Discover what happened to immigrants after leaving Ellis Island. Learn about their challenges and contributions to American society, from settling the West to facing new laws and prejudices. Explore the evolution of immigration...

Learn about the Ellis Island immigration process, where millions were screened before entering the U.S. Discover how first and second class passengers were screened on ships, while steerage passengers went through a more rigorous...

Discover the story of Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants first stepped into America. Learn about its transformation from a small land to the United States' first immigration station, and how it became a symbol of new beginnings...

Dr. Forrester explains what an immigrant is and why so many immigrants came to the United States. She also explains how the immigration of millions affected the country, especially in the Northeast.

Do not be fooled by the dominance of the woke movement; it is already running out of steam. In this week’s Off Script Janet Daley joins Steven Edginton to discuss America and Britain: what divides the two nations and what unites them.

A symbol of freedom and democracy, the Statue of Liberty has been welcoming immigrants and visitors to New York Harbour since 1875. But the story behind this gift from a European ally is filled with drama!

When you think of America's immigration story, you think of Ellis Island New York... right? Think again, because over 2,500 miles away is Angel Island, where immigrants coming into the West Coast were processed for entry to the US, but...

This video provides a brief history of Ellis Island, the immigration process, and the reasons why people immigrated to the United States. It also highlights the challenges and experiences that immigrants faced during their journey and...