Overview
As the Statue of Liberty came into view, the 'American Dream' suddenly seemed to become reality - but more trials remained. Migrants would undergo medical examination on Ellis Island, and remain there to await the results. Many hopefuls were sent back to Antwerp due to medical reasons, in some cases separating them from their family for years.
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