1840's to 1850's
The Native Americans were the first immigrants to America. They are believed to have begun migrating to America from Asia about 15,000 years ago. Serious migration to America from Europe began about 1500 CE with the movement of people from Spain, and under Spanish rule, to build the Spanish Empire in America. Migration from other European nations became significant in the early 1600s Significant involuntary migration from Africa began in the mid 1500s with the movement of slaves from Africa to America to replace the Native Americans of the Caribbean, who did not survive slavery well. Significant migration from other parts of the world began in the 1late 1700s.
Before the 1930s, most immigrants to the United States primarily came from Europe, particularly from countries like Ireland, Germany, Italy, and Eastern European nations such as Poland and Russia. The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw significant waves of immigration driven by factors such as economic opportunity, political instability, and religious persecution. This influx resulted in a diverse cultural landscape in the U.S., with immigrants contributing to the nation's growth and development.
The second wave of immigrants to America primarily occurred from the 1820s to the 1880s. This period saw a significant influx of immigrants, particularly from Ireland and Germany, driven by factors such as famine, political unrest, and economic opportunity. Many settled in urban areas and contributed to the rapid industrialization of the United States. This wave fundamentally shaped American society and culture during the 19th century.
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The north was urbanized, the South was agrigarian, consequently the thinking of the two sections were vastly different. The influx of immigrants to the north greatly influenced their need for cheap labor (which the slave was not, actually). The Irish I Migrants, etc filled the labor force needs, but not the need for the money made by shipping slaves. The cheap labor from immigrants and the weather conditions made the urbanization of the north more conducive
1840s to 1850s
B. An upsurge of anti-Catholicism.
Depression, poverty and huge influx of immigrants.
No
noce
new immigrants.
Governments implemented immigration restrictions and quotas, as well as assimilation policies to manage the influx of immigrants. Social reactions included nativist movements, discrimination, and instances of xenophobia towards immigrants. However, there were also efforts to provide support and assistance to help immigrants integrate into their new societies.
The employers had all the power
gold was discovered in California
It received a massive influx of immigrants.
Democrats
The Order of the Star Spangled Banner