‘Huddled Masses’ — These Jewish immigrants, fleeing from Europe to the United States early in the century, were part of the “huddled masses, yearning to be free,” described in an inscription on the Statue of Liberty. Thousands of immigrants like these suffered incredible hardships aboard overcrowded makeshift transports to reach the New Colossus – the beckoning United States.

Digital Commonwealth — Boston Public Library

‘Huddled Masses’ — These Jewish immigrants, fleeing from Europe to the United States early in the century, were part of the “huddled masses, yearning to be free,” described in an inscription on the Statue of Liberty. Thousands of immigrants like these suffered incredible hardships aboard overcrowded makeshift transports to reach the New Colossus – the beckoning United States.

[ca. November 1971]

RightsCC0 — Public Domain

CollectionDigital Commonwealth — Boston Public Library

[Information from item housing] Immigration: United States

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