Immigration During The Time Of 1850-1925 Did you ever wonder how the United States became a melting pot of diverse cultures? From 1850-1925, immigration was booming with numerous travelers from Germany, Ireland, and England. Many were of the Catholic faith and they came for land and better economic opportunities. It was the “first” of many immigrants to settle in the United States and soon we would become a “woven blanket” of dynamic cultures, faith, and culture, as our nation grew and changed over the course of time. Immigration developed and grew our country, society, job opportunities, and our economic wealth. The Effect & Impact of Immigration In 1850-1925, and Why? In the late 1800s, people in many parts of the world made a difficult decision to leave their homes and immigrate to the US in pursuit of new opportunities. Most immigrants during this time thought it was more desirable for their families, offered a better chance at life, and a …show more content…
Immigrants not only profited themselves but also helped transform American society and culture, demonstrating diversity as well as unity, showing national strength in the US. Most immigrants chose to settle in American cities, where jobs were located. As a result, the cities became more crowded and would overflow with new incomers. Even though immigrants crowded the city's population, the appeal to those opportunities outweighed the hardships for many that they would endure. Did Immigrants Open A “Golden Door” To Our Economy? Or a Wooden Door? Manual labor and difficult construction jobs for immigrants included digging sewers, building roads, collecting garbage, and sewing. They also worked in New York's most dangerous occupation, firefighting. The expansion and development of these cities, not only provided work for many immigrants, but enhanced the economy. Although this was