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The experience of immigration is one of dislocation and adjustment. 19th century first generation immigrants, like immigrants in general, formed social groups, schools, newspapers and associations to keep the language and customs of the 'home country.' Integration into American society was a slow process but this initial phase of the immigrant experience is often forgotten as Americans deal with new immigration waves in the 20th century.
Eileen McMahon is Associate Professor of History. Her area of expertise is U.S. Immigration, Ethnicity, and Race. “Mythical Memories of Immigration” presents issues in U.S. immigration in a historical context arguing that current issues have always been a part of American history and immigrants today are not different than their predecessors.
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