14 ene 1851 año - 19th century Southern and Eastern European/ Mexican immigrants

Descripción:

A. These immigrants came from Europe and Mexico making up a large number, nearly 12 million in the 19th century, of the immigrants in America.
B. America promised opportunity and wealth, drawing this immigrants to the country.
C. Many left to escape job shortages and taxation.
D. Once in America this group experienced job inequality and competition within the country.
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