Journal Entry: Life as an Immigrant to the United States from 1870-1920

Running head: HISTORY
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HISTORY 2
Journal entry reflecting on how my life would have been like as an immigrant to the United
States from 1870 to 1920
November 1870
What a busy day! After walking for a long distance, we arrived in the United States. We had
entered thee through a given port, thinking that we were the only immigrants who had come in
the country.
Consequently, there were many of us from various parts of the country. I wondered what has
motivated such a big group to leave their nation to come to America. However, every group had
specific reasons. The common reasons among the groups include civil war economic freedom
and inadequate land to settle back in their country according to Alba & Foner, (2015). I settled in
New York City.
January 1880
It was one of the dull months since I settled in Castle Garden near New York. I had nothing in
my pocket to sustain my stay in this foreign land. After thinking for a while, I settled on my
decision that I would move to the state that has a low population and look for jobs in the area.
Getting a role in this place took me more than two weeks. It was evident that we were many
immigrants as compared to job opportunities. Unfortunately, the whole month ended without me
getting a single job.
February 1881
February 1881 is one of the most significant days as an immigrant in the United States. I got my
first employment. I could offer services on the farm and get money and materials in return.