Throughout the late 1800's and early 1900's, thousands of European immigrants migrated to the US, for the American dream offered paths for success, enriching the lives of many through a shared aspiration. Many immigrants supposed and assumed that their new home would eventually, yet not always at first, enrich the standard of living for both them and their children. Advertisements throughout Europe offered a bright future for many, featuring a promised economic stability, a reassurance for the naïve, most of which were living in poverty. Safe, well-paying jobs with dependable working conditions, security, and proceeds seemed like a dependable and assuring venture for many foreigners. A shared belief and a common anticipation to what many
