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Poster Print : STATUE OF LIBERTY. Part of a group of illegal immigrants waving goodbye to the Statue of Liberty from the Coast Guard cutter that took them from Ellis Island to the Home Lines ship Argentina in Hoboken for deportation. Photographed by Al Ravenna, c1952
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STATUE OF LIBERTY. Part of a group of illegal immigrants waving goodbye to the Statue of Liberty from the Coast Guard cutter that took them from Ellis Island to the Home Lines ship Argentina in Hoboken for deportation. Photographed by Al Ravenna, c1952
STATUE OF LIBERTY.
Part of a group of illegal immigrants waving goodbye to the Statue of Liberty from the Coast Guard cutter that took them from Ellis Island to the Home Lines ship Argentina in Hoboken for deportation. Photographed by Al Ravenna, c1952
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Media ID 6201941
1952 Departure Deportation Ellis Island Gesture Harbor Illegal Immigration Island Liberty New York Ravenna Statue Statue Of Liberty Wave
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Experience history with our exclusive Statue of Liberty Poster Print from The Granger Collection. This poignant image captures a moment in time as a group of illegal immigrants bid farewell to the symbol of freedom and opportunity, the Statue of Liberty, from a Coast Guard cutter en route to deportation. Taken in 1952 by Al Ravenna, this powerful photograph is a poignant reminder of the complexities of immigration and the enduring allure of the American Dream. Add this historical piece to your home or office, and bring a piece of the past into your space with the high-quality print from Media Storehouse.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in American history. In the image, we see a group of illegal immigrants bidding farewell to the Statue of Liberty from aboard a Coast Guard cutter. Taken by Al Ravenna in 1952, this snapshot encapsulates the complex emotions surrounding immigration during that time. The Statue of Liberty stands tall and proud in the background, symbolizing hope and freedom for millions seeking refuge on American shores. However, for these individuals, their dreams have been shattered as they are being deported back to their home countries on the Home Lines ship Argentina. As they wave goodbye to Lady Liberty, their faces reflect a mix of sadness, resignation, and perhaps even anger at being forced to leave behind everything they had hoped for in America. Their gesture is both an act of defiance against an unjust system and a heartbreaking acknowledgment that their journey has come to an end. Al Ravenna's composition beautifully captures the contrast between liberty and deportation, highlighting the complexities inherent in immigration policies. This photograph serves as a reminder that while America may be seen as a land of opportunity for many, it has also been marked by struggles faced by those deemed "illegal" or unwanted. Decades later, this image still resonates with its viewers – reminding us all of our shared humanity and challenging us to consider how we can create more inclusive societies where everyone's dreams can find sanctuary.
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