alvin201

For a short time in the late 1970s the government allowed the public to tour parts of the decaying buildings on Ellis Island. This was before some parts were spruced up for visitors as they are today. I was one of the few fortunate to be able to take the tour, and it gave a very profound look into the sadness and terror the island represented to so many. This film very ably conveys the feelings they must have experienced.

I am a student of New York history, especially that related to its Port and the significance of all in it. I recommend this short film because it certainly gives a very insightful look at Ellis Island.