WHO WERE THE "OLD" IMMIGRANTS (INCLUDES: The Original Immigrants from 16th-18th centuries and Immigrants through the Mid-19th century)
Discussion #3 Establish The Baseline of Ethnic Groups in the NORTH AMERICAN BRITISH/FRENCH/SPANISH COLONIES that became the United States After the "American" Revolution AND After the Formation of the US Government based on the United States Constitution AND the similar Immigrants that arrive until the Mid-19th century. Using The Power Points #4P The Original European Colonial Immigration, Download #4P The Original European Colonial Immigration, #5P Ports of Entry, Download #5P Ports of Entry, #6P The United States Landscape Download #6P The United States Landscape & #7P Citizenship and Naturalization Download #7P Citizenship and Naturalization Who Were The First “Settler” Immigrants To North America? What Were the Push-Pull Factors from the 16th-Mid—19th Centuries Emigrants From Europe? Who Was Established as A Citizen In 1790? Each answer must be 75 words or more.
- Location: What Region In Europe Did The Immigrants Come From?
- Push Factors From Europe:
- Pull Factors To Colonial North America (Until 1783):
- Pull Factors To The Fledgling United States (Until 1860s)
- Citizenship & Naturalization in 1790--How did the "OLD Immigrants get to be citizens?
- Ports Of Entry (PRIOR To Ellis Island (1892)
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3. Pull Factors To Colonial North America (Until 1783):
The promise of abundant land, religious freedom, and economic opportunities attracted immigrants to the colonies. Other factors included:
- Mercantilism: The British colonial system offered economic incentives for settlers.
- Indentured servitude: Many immigrants came as indentured servants, offering labor in exchange for passage and land.
4. Pull Factors To The Fledgling United States (Until 1860s)
After the American Revolution, the United States continued to attract immigrants with:
- Manifest Destiny: The belief in westward expansion and the availability of new lands.
- Economic growth: Industrialization and urbanization created job opportunities.
- Political stability: The United States was seen as a haven of political freedom and opportunity.
5. Citizenship & Naturalization in 1790--How did the "OLD Immigrants get to be citizens?
The Naturalization Act of 1790 established the initial criteria for becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen. This act restricted citizenship to "free white persons" who had resided in the United States for at least two years and had declared their intention to become a citizen.
6. Ports Of Entry (PRIOR To Ellis Island (1892)
Before Ellis Island, immigrants primarily entered the United States through ports such as:
- Boston, Massachusetts: A major port for English and Scottish immigrants.
- New York City: A significant entry point for a diverse range of immigrants.
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: A popular destination for English, Scottish, and Welsh immigrants.
- Charleston, South Carolina: A primary port for English, Scottish, and Irish immigrants.
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1. Location: What Region In Europe Did The Immigrants Come From?
The "old" immigrants primarily originated from Western and Northern Europe. This included countries such as England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia.
2. Push Factors From Europe:
Several factors pushed Europeans to emigrate to North America during the 16th to mid-19th centuries. These included:
- Religious persecution: Many sought religious freedom, escaping persecution from the Catholic Church or Protestant denominations.
- Economic hardship: Poverty, unemployment, and famine drove people to seek better economic opportunities.
- Political instability: Wars, civil unrest, and oppressive regimes prompted emigration.