LOVED my visit to the Tenement museum ten years ago and in so many ways this post resonated with me. It shocked me that people lived in these circumstances but why was I surprised? The chawls of places like Bombay were just the same and these continue to exist in many parts of India. Great post, Cheryl.
So enjoyed reading this essay, Cheryl. When my grandfather came to the United States from Italy in 1909, he did not stay in NYC. After Ellis Island, he came straight to Colorado. His 7 brothers went on to start new lives in Canada. Interesting and courageous journeys for our Italian immigrant ancestors!
Thanks for this interesting essay. If anyone wants to see an Alien Registration sample document, please see my paternal grandmother's document. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H20Po7Iv6AhpDOFwFeWJXl1WFjcGEc-k/view?usp=sharing
LOVED my visit to the Tenement museum ten years ago and in so many ways this post resonated with me. It shocked me that people lived in these circumstances but why was I surprised? The chawls of places like Bombay were just the same and these continue to exist in many parts of India. Great post, Cheryl.
So enjoyed reading this essay, Cheryl. When my grandfather came to the United States from Italy in 1909, he did not stay in NYC. After Ellis Island, he came straight to Colorado. His 7 brothers went on to start new lives in Canada. Interesting and courageous journeys for our Italian immigrant ancestors!
Great post-- I love the Tenement Museum. One of the best things to see in NYC.
I want to visit the Tenement Museum the next time I'm in NYC. Thanks for the reminder, Cheryl.
Also I'm thinking of our modern houses with open floor plans, and how nicely the air flows to prevent the spread of TB.
Great post with really important information. I took that same tenement tour back in 1999 and was, well, quite stunned.
As you are familiar with our plight, which in some ways feels like your story in reverse.