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jan 1, 1892 - Ellis Island

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Ellis Island, in Upper New York Bay, was the gateway for over 12 million immigrants to the U.S. as the United States' busiest immigrant inspection station for over 60 years from 1892 until 1954. Ellis Island was opened January 1, 1892.

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jan 1, 1892
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~ 134 years ago

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