Immigration Collection (#17)

Cheap emigrant ticket to San Francisco, 1876 (litho)
PNP246638 Cheap emigrant ticket to San Francisco, 1876 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

Mulberry Bend Italian Colony in New York, illustration in Harpers Weekly
XJF268702 Mulberry Bend Italian Colony in New York, illustration in Harpers Weekly magazine (litho) (b/w photo) by Bengough

Jewish immigrants on deck of boat
3911247 Jewish immigrants on deck of boat by Muller, Karl (1834-92); (add.info.: Jewish immigrants on deck of boat. Ship leaving Hamburg for new life in America)

The emigrants on board. Engraving by Tofani to illustrate the story Voyage a la Plata
LSE4334439 The emigrants on board. Engraving by Tofani to illustrate the story Voyage a la Plata, three months of vacation by Emile Blaireaux in 1886, in the tour du monde 1887

L interieur d un depot du centre d immigration de Castle Garden - Interior of
XEE4163558 L interieur d un depot du centre d immigration de Castle Garden - Interior of the emigrant depot of Castle Garden - New York State - Emigration Commission - Engraving in " The

German emigrants for New York embarking on Hamburg steamer in 1874
XEE4153757 German emigrants for New York embarking on Hamburg steamer in 1874, engraving - (Deutsche Emigranten) by Unknown Artist

Inside a Chinese theatre in California, towards the end of the 19th century
LSE4082624 Inside a Chinese theatre in California, towards the end of the 19th century. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inside a Chinese theatre in California)

Chinese washing gold sands in California, 1859
LSE4082614 Chinese washing gold sands in California, 1859. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese washing gold sands in California)

Marseille - gateway to the east (oil on canvas, marouflee on the wall)
JEB4856003 Marseille - gateway to the east (oil on canvas, marouflee on the wall) by Puvis de Chavannes, Pierre (1824-98); Palais de Longchamp, Marseille

Russian Emigrants landing from the Tender at the Barge Office, New York (engraving)
1615041 Russian Emigrants landing from the Tender at the Barge Office, New York (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Huguenot Weaver in Bethnal Green (engraving)
5206867 The Huguenot Weaver in Bethnal Green (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Huguenot Weaver in Bethnal Green)

The eve of departure to America - German emigrants departing for U. S
CHT199682 The eve of departure to America - German emigrants departing for U.S.A in the steerage section of an American liner at the port of Le Havre, c.1850 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Riou

Emigrants Leaving Old England, from the magazine The Graphic
CHT199681 Emigrants Leaving Old England, from the magazine The Graphic, 18th December 1869 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Emigrant ship, between decks, 1850 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT199678 Emigrant ship, between decks, 1850 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; English, out of copyright

The Great Hall at "The Strangers Home", West India Dock Road (engraving)
1046627 The Great Hall at " The Strangers Home", West India Dock Road (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Embarkation of Dockyard Workmen as Emigrants at Portsmouth (engraving)
1103947 Embarkation of Dockyard Workmen as Emigrants at Portsmouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

South Sea Islanders at Sydney (engraving)
1096238 South Sea Islanders at Sydney (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South Sea Islanders at Sydney)

Northern border of New York City at Broadway at 263rd Street, Bronx, looking north
1078898 Northern border of New York City at Broadway at 263rd Street, Bronx, looking north, June 8, 1914 (b/w photo) by Hassler

Emigrants, 1880. Creator: James Tissot
Emigrants, 1880

NO ONE IS ILLEGAL
Martin Sander

migration
Babak Mehrafshar EFIAP (Bob)

Two of the one hundred and two West Indians seen here arriving at Heathrow Airport from Kingston, Jamaica. Mostly young couples

One hundred and two West Indians seen here arriving at Heathrow Airport from Kingston, Jamaica. Mostly young couples and families they were taken to Victoria Air Terminus after clearing customs.Young

Eight year old Humbert and his six year old brother Somers Pedro seen here experiencing snow for the first time, shortly after they and 145 other Jamaicans arrived at Dover. 4th January 1955

Young West Indian men in Brixton looking through the small ads in the local newspapers for jobs. 11th March 1954

151 women and 330 men seen here arriving from Jamaica aboard the Dutch liner Sibajak. They have come to work in Britain and each paid 80 for the passage

Train arriving at Waterloo Station with West Indian immigrants on the last day before the new United Kingdom immigration act came in to law. 30th June 1962

West Indian immigrants arriving in the United Kingdom on the last day before the new immigration act came in to law. A small boy waits beside his families luggage at Waterloo Station. 30th June 1962

Jamaican emigrants arrive at Waterloo Station 22nd September 1954 A train load of hopes reached London when nearly 700 Jamaicans arrived In search of work

Jamaican emigrants arriving at Waterloo Station 22nd September 1954 A train load of hopes reached London when nearly 700 Jamaicans arrived In search of work. Most of the arrivals were men

A West Indian immigrant arriving in the United Kingdom. 30th June 1962

West Indian immigrants arriving in the United Kingdom. 30th June 1962

Pub Scene, Forest Hill, London Borough of Lewisham, 13th September 1964

Dirrell Moss and his family. Mr Moss is a house painter by trade and lives in the Jonestown district of Kingston. With no regular work in Jamaica for Dirrel he has decided to emigrate with his family

Commonwealth Immigration Act comes into force at the Port of Dover. 1st July 1962. British Rail staff at Dover station ready to guide passengers dis-embarking from cross channel ferries to

Indian Immigrants arrive in London. Nobody is id d in this picture. And no area of London mentioned. Picture taken 2nd November 1959

Immigrant Girl at Gatwick Airport. This girl, unnamed, is one of hundreds of Indian and Pakistani immigrants who have flown onto British soil from Kenya. Picture taken circa 4th March 1968

160 Indian and Pakistani immigrants step down onto British soil at Heathrow Airport. The have flown in from Kenya. Picture taken 22nd February 1968

Immigrants at Nairobi Airport, Kenya, eagerly awaiting a flight to Britain and a new life. Picture taken 12th February 1968

Conservative MP for Smethwick, Peter Griffiths and his wife Jeannette. 9th November 1964

Peter Griffiths, Conservative MP for Smethwick, speaking at a young Conservatives lunch time meeting on The Truth About Smethwick. London, 25th November 1964

Conservative MP for Smethwick, Peter Griffiths, talking to young conservatives. London, 5th November 1964

Happy candidate at Smethwick, Conservative MP Peter Griffiths who took the seat away from Labours Patrick Gordon Walker. Peter Griffiths pictured with his wife Jeannette. 15th October 1964

Peter Griffiths Conservative candidate for Smethwick, 10th September 1959

Cheering the winning candidate at Smethwick, Peter Griffiths, the Conservative who took away the seat from Labours Patrick Gordon Walker. 15th October 1964

Centre, the Minister for Immigration Mr Maurice Foley, and (right) Mr Peter Griffiths, at a special dinner in Birmingham. 3rd October 1965

Smethwick election, Alderman Peter Griffiths at a press conference. 6th October 1964

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"Journey of Hope: Tracing the Threads of Immigration" In the annals of history, it has woven a tapestry of diverse cultures and stories. From Jamaicans on board the Empire Windrush seeking new opportunities in post-war Britain to Jewish refugees escaping persecution in Vienna, each migration holds its own significance. The Canadian Call to Women White Star Line poster beckoned adventurous souls to embark on a voyage towards a promising future. The MV Empire Windrush became an emblematic vessel, carrying dreams and aspirations across vast oceans. Young North Africans dancing on the Paris Quais epitomized the vibrant spirit immigrants bring to their adopted homes. "It's Mine, " declared a powerful poster, as newcomers carved out their place in society while preserving their heritage. Canada emerged as an inviting land for those who sought prosperity and freedom. With posters proclaiming it as "the right land for the right man, " countless individuals found solace within its borders. A British passport symbolizes both privilege and opportunity, granting access to new horizons. Meanwhile, at the United States/Mexico border, agents donned United States Border Patrol patches with vigilance and responsibility. Steerage passengers from centuries past embarked on treacherous journeys towards America's shores. Their resilience paved the way for generations that followed - shaping nations with their determination. Ellis Island stands as a testament to millions who arrived with hope-filled hearts but carried only trunks holding fragments of their former lives. These belongings marked new beginnings amidst uncertainty. Immigration is not merely about crossing borders; it is about embracing diversity and celebrating human resilience, and is about forging connections between cultures that enrich societies worldwide – threads interwoven through time itself.