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Plague Ship, which carries suspects to Hoffman Island, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
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Plague Ship, which carries suspects to Hoffman Island, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Plague Ship, which carries suspects to Hoffman Island, between c1910 and c1915
Hoffman Island, New York City, where immigrants with infectious diseases were held in quarantine before arriving at Ellis Island
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1910 1915 Disease George Grantham Bain Immigrant Immigrants Immigration Infection New York New York City Quarantine Bain George Graham Bain News Service Diseases George Graham Bain Infectious Press Photography
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Plague Ship - A Grim Reality of Immigration in Early 20th Century America
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This haunting photograph print captures a momentous scene on Hoffman Island, New York City, between c1910 and c1915. The Plague Ship, as it's aptly named, carries suspects with infectious diseases to the quarantine island before they can enter Ellis Island and begin their new lives in America.
The black-and-white image is a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by immigrants during this period. As many as 12 million people passed through Ellis Island between 1892 and 1924, but for those who fell ill or showed signs of disease upon arrival, quarantine was mandatory. The Plague Ship's grim task was to transport these individuals to Hoffman Island, where they would be isolated until deemed fit enough to rejoin the immigration process.
The photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of immigrants seeking a better life in America during this tumultuous period. Despite the challenges and hardships faced by many, millions more continued to arrive on American shores, driven by hope for a brighter future. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of their struggles and sacrifices.
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