An examination of the great wave of British emigration to North America in the 19th century, based on historical documents, correspondence of the immigrants, and firsthand interviews with their descendents. A comparison is made with the plight of the modern immigrant.
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ACMI Identifier
313771
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Emigration and immigration - Psychological aspects
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Great Britain - Emigration and immigration
Documentary → Documentary films - Canada
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Canada - Emigration and immigration
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Emigration and immigration
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Great Britain - Emigration and immigration
History → Frontier and pioneer life
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)