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Italians left due to poverty, overpopulation, and natural disasters. Faced with discrimination, they retained close community ties and were major contributors to construction and the skilled trades.

The Irish immigrated due to the Great Famine and political unrest. They faced anti-Catholic sentiments and often worked in low-wage jobs, but eventually formed tight-knit communities and influenced local politics.

Germans fled political upheaval and sought economic opportunities. They were diverse in terms of religion and wealth, assimilated relatively smoothly, and contributed to America's brewing industry.

Mexicans migrated due to the Mexican Revolution, economic needs, and labor demands in the U.S. They often faced racial discrimination, yet have had a durable influence on American culture and cuisine.

Poles left divided Poland seeking freedom and economic opportunity. They faced linguistic and cultural barriers but maintained strong community bonds, often centered around the Catholic Church.

The Chinese were attracted by the Gold Rush and the Transcontinental Railroad work. They endured severe discrimination, and the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 limited their immigration sharply.

Russians, especially Jews, fled pogroms and seeking freedom. They faced challenges in urban labor markets but contributed to American art, music, and literature.

Scandinavians left due to land shortages and seeking better lives. They often settled in the Midwest, brought farming skills, and their integration was aided by similar climate and Protestant backgrounds.

Jewish immigrants fled persecution and pogroms in Eastern Europe. They settled in urban areas, often worked in the garment industry, and had a significant cultural impact.