Ivan: "Um hi, can i help you somehow?"

Interviewer: "Yes actuallly, can i ask you some questions about your journey to NYC?"

Ivan: "Um...sure? But is there a reson you want to know?"

Interviewer: "Yes actually, it is a school project for my school."

Ivan: "Ah, i see. Well of course you can ask me some questions about it."

Interviewer: "Lovley, first off: where are you from?"

Ivan: "I`m from Asia, korea to be exact."

Interviewer: "Why did you immigrate to NYC?"

Ivan: "My family was very poor after the world war, we didnt have a lot off food and my parents lost their jobs."

Interviewer: "Oh my, that is horrible!"

Ivan: "It was. My parents saved up a lot of money so i could stay here."

Interviewer: "Only you?"

Ivan: "Yeah, my parents wanted me to live a better live a better life."

Interviewer: "How was the boat trip?"

Ivan: "It was horrible. But i`m glad that i made it. Many people were sick and terribly ill. I felt bad for all those people."

Interviewer: "And how long did it take?"

Ivan: "I took three weeks to get here. And the we still had to go to Ellis Island."

Interviewer: "Why?"

Ivan: "Because, a lot of people where sick. And too weak to even walk. Some very sick people where send back."

Interviewer: "Where you one of those people who couldn`t walk?"

Ivan: "Yeah. I catched a very bad cold and i was too young to get send back. So they let me stay and took care off me."

Interviewer: "Reallly?! That sounds painfull!"

Ivan: "It really was, i had to stay on the island for weeks until i recoverd. After that i was allowed to go to NYC."

Immigrant: Hi! Yes, of course. I arrived at Ellis Island in the early 1900s. I was just a young person at the time, coming from Italy. My family hoped for a better life in America

Interviewer:What was it like when you first arrived at Ellis Island?

Immigrant: It was overwhelming. There were so many people, and everything felt strange we had just spended days on a crowded ship,and now we had to wait in long lines.I was nervous, not knowing what would happen next.

Interviewer: What did they do when you got to Ellis Island?

Immigrant: First, we were checked for diseases. They looked at us carefully to see if we were sick. I remember being scared because some people were sent away if they were too sick to enter. Then, we had to go through a few questions to prove we could work and support ourselves.

Interviewer: Were there any parts of the process that were especially hard?

Immigrant: Yes, the language was a big challenge. I didn’t speak much English, and it made things harder. We had to wait for a long time to get through the process, and many of us were worried we wouldn’t be allowed in. It was very stresful

Interviewer: How did you feel when you were finally allowed to enter the U.S?

Immigrant: It was a relief, but also a bit scary. I was happy to finally be in America, but I didn’t know what to expect. Everything was new. I had to start over, and that was both exciting and difficult.

Interviewer: Looking back, what do you think Ellis Island meant for you and other immigrants?

Immigrant: Ellis Island was the gateway to our future. It was the first step to finding a new life. But it was also toough. We all faced challenges, but we were hopeful that in America, we could make a better life for ourselves.

Interviewer: What happened after you left Ellis Island?

Immigrant: After I was allowed in, I went to New York, where I met relatives. Life wasn’t easy, but I found work. Slowly, things got better. The journey wasn’t over once we left Ellis Island, but we had hope.

Interviewer: Thank you so much for sharing your story with us!

Immigrant: You’re welcome! I’m glad to tell it.

Immigrant: "uhm...hi..can i help you somehow..?"

Interviewer: "yes i'd like to know some things about the journey to NYC."

Immigrant: sure..i'd like to tell you..something about it..."

Interviewer: "Only when youre comfortable, so first i'd like to know your name, before we start?"

Immigrant: "im comfortable with it. and...yes im...sure...its till..."

Interviewer: "till? Beautifull name. So id like to know where are you from?"

Till: "i'm from Asia, korea to be exact..."

Interviewer: "wow, korea is a very pretty place."

Interviewer: "why did you immigrate to NYC?"

Till: "my family was very...very poor...after the world war...we couldnt life well because we couldnt buy food because my parents lots their jobs..."

Interviewer: "thats horrobile!"

Till: yes...! It is.."

Interviewer: "when did you immigrate to NYC and with your parents?"

Till: "i went with my parents."

Ivan: "Um hi, can I help you somehow?"

Interviewer: "Yes actuallly, can I ask you some questions about your journey to NYC?"

Ivan: "Um...sure? But is there a reson you want to know?"

Interviewer: "Yes actually, it is a school project for my school."

Ivan: "Ah, I see. Well of course you can ask me some questions about it."

Interviewer: "Lovley, first off: Where are you from?"

Ivan: "I'm from Asia, Korea to be exact."

Interviewer: "Why did you immigrate to NYC?"

Ivan: "My family was very poor after the world war, we didn't have a lot off food and my parents lost their jobs."

Interviewer: "Oh my, that's horrible!"

Ivan: "It was. My parents saved up a lot of money so I could stay here."

Interviewer: "Only you?"

Ivan: "Yeah, my parents wanted me to live a better life."

Interviewer: "How was the boat trip?"

Ivan: "It was horrible. But I'm glad I made it. Many people were sick and terribly ill. I felt bad for all those people."

Interviewer: "And how long did it take?"

Ivan: "I took three weeks to get here. And the we still had to go to Ellis Island."

Interviewer: "Why?"

Ivan: "Because, a lot of people where sick. And too weak to even walk. Some very sick people where send back."

Interviewer: "Where you one of those people where sick?"

Ivan: "Yeah. I catched a very bad cold but I was too young to get send back. So they let me stay and took care of me."

Interviewer: "Reallly?! That sounds painfull!"

Ivan: "It really was, I had to stay on the island for weeks until I recoverd. After that I was allowed to go to NYC."

Interviewer: "Wow that must have been a pain."

Ivan: " It really was. But i'm just glad i am finally here:"

Interviewer: "What about your family?"

Ivan: "They stayed in korea. But I will go to visit them for Chrismas."

Interviewer: "That sounds like a long trip."

Ivan: "I know, but it is worth it."

Interviewer: "You parents must be proud."

Ivan: "I hope they are."

Interviewer: "Ok that where all my questions. Thank you very much."

Ivan: "No problem kiddo, bye."

Interviewer: "Bye!"

Interviewer: where are you from

Peter: i m from cuba

Interviewer: Why are you came to the USA

Peter: i came to the Usa because in Cuba we had a a lot of criminals people and we had money problem

Int: do you came alone or with your family

Peter: First of all i comed alone Then my Family.

Int: what will you do next

Peter: i will became a soccer player

Int:How long did it take you to get here

Peter: that was approximately 20- 21 days

Int: And in which year you Immigrante to the usa

Peter: That was in the year 2010 in august of 14

Int:wow thats intersected How many people were on the boat

Peter: Over 50 people on a small boat that was exhausting.

Int:

Int: that sounds honestly strengthened, okay thanks for you time Do you want to say something else

Int:Do you want to say something else

Peter: No thanks

Interviewer: So, where are you from?

Immigrant: I'm from Germany.

Interviewer: What's your name?

Immigrant: My name is Jeffrey.

Interviewer: Okay, let's begin.

Interviewer: Who is the President of the United States now?

Jeffrey: It's Donald Trump.

Interviewer: Good. Why did you want to immigrate to the USA?

Jeffrey: I wanted to start a new life here.

Interviewer: Where do you want to live here?

Jeffrey: In New York City.

Interviewer: Okay, what are your plans here?

Jeffrey: My plans are to start a new life in a new country and to become a footballer.

Interviewer: Here are some different questions.

Interviewer: Why did so many immigrants immigrate from Europe to the USA?

Jeffrey: Because of the First World War, many people were poor and their countries were destroyed.

Jeffrey: So many people immigrated from Europe to here, and when they had a job, they brought their families to the USA.

Interviewer: Okay. Many immigrants immigrated to the USA between the 1840s and the 1890s, but from where were they?

Jeffrey: Most of them were from Britain, Ireland, Scandinavia, and Germany.

Interviewer: That's right.

Interviewer: Can you tell me how long the voyage lasted?

Jeffrey: The voyage took seven to twenty-one days.

Jeffrey: But the conditions were very hard on board because they were poor and traveled third class.

Jeffrey: I have a friend whose mom was on a steamship back then.

Interviewer: Really? Do you know more things, or did she tell you some stories?

Jeffrey: Yes, she told me some things.

Jeffrey: She said it was very dirty at the bottom of the ship and that it was crowded.

Jeffrey: Many were sick, and some had bad diseases.

Jeffrey: After the long trip, doctors came on board to check them.

Interviewer: Was everyone sick?

Jeffrey: Some were.

Jeffrey: They slowly moved to the harbor and saw the very big Statue of Liberty.

Jeffrey: They were very proud because this was their new home.

Jeffrey: After the ship arrived in Manhattan, they went to Ellis Island for some more medical inspections and personal interviews.

Interviewer: Yeah, that's right. Tell me more.

Jeffrey: If the doctors found certain diseases or the immigrants were too weak, they sent them back.

Jeffrey: Some had to stay for days or weeks, but my friend's mom could go after a few hours.

Jeffrey: And so she immigrated to the USA, but she told me that was only the first step on a long journey.

Arthur: Yes, sure... uhm ask away.

Interviewer: So, for the record, whats your name?

Arthur: Uh.. Arthur, Arthur is my name.

Interviewer: So Arthur, where did you come from?

Arthur: England, Bristol. Uhm... I came via boat.

Interviewer: Bristol? How was it back there?

Arthur: Decent. I mean the city and people were fine. But me and my family didn't have a job. Thats why we saved a lot of money to get me to the USA.

Interviewer: So do you have a job currently? Or are you still looking? And what about your family? Are they also coming soon?

Arthur: Uhm... Yes I currently have a job. I work as an aeroplane engineer. And Im currently working to get my family here.

Interviewer: Was it hard to leave your family behind?

Arthur: Yes. Very. Most of my family was sick. I just didn't want to leave them behind. But I got monthly letters from them so...

Interviewer: Oh im sorry to hear that. So, how was the journey? You said you came via boat?

Arthur: Yes. Uhm.. About three years ago, 1841. I came via boat. Uh... The boat was quite small, and way to many people were practically squeezed in one room. I remember the smell was awful, it was like we were trapped in a cage. Because so many were sick. And the food most definitely didnt help. First we had to travel to uhh.. Ellis island if i believe. I got asked for my background. And i was checked for diseases. Thankfully i was fine and got through quickly. After that we had to travel to the manhatten harbour. The journey took 16 days, i believe. That's not including how long it took to get from the U.K. To the USA. If I had to guess, it most likely took 5 weeks? Im not sure tho.

Interviewer: And do you like the USA? Or would you like to move back to Bristol in the future?

Arthur: Uhm.. Not move, but visit. I spend my childhood there so... But i wouldnt want to move. The job I got here just pays way to well.

Interviewer: Well i think we are dont here. Thank you for telling us your story. Goodbye!

Arthur: Have a nice day.

Ella: yes of course

Interviewer: In what year did you leave your home

Ella: i left my home country in the year 1902.

Interviewer: alone or with your parents?

Ella:with my mother she wasn't well she didn't have enough to eat.

Interviewer: oh no thats not good.

Ella: I was afraid that she would die.

Interviewer: I can only imagine how scared you must have to been.

Ella: I was doing so badly in my home country and I wanted to get out of my country

Interviewer: How did it feel when you finally got out of your home country?

Ella: it was fantastic i felt much better

Interviewer: how long did the drive take?

Ella: It took a long time to travel from Russia to the UK, so I think about two weeks.
Interviewer: That’s a long time. How was it on the boat?
Ella: It wasn’t good because we didn’t have much food, and the air was very bad. My mother and I didn’t have much money either.
Interviewer: That doesn’t sound good.

Interviewer: How does your mother feel in the UK? Is she feeling better? You said she was sick.

Ella: She felt better, but she died after three years in the UK. It was the saddest day of my life. She was the last person I had.

Interviewer: That’s sad. Where did you live after your mother died?

Ella: I lived in a foster family.

Interviewer: How was the foster family? Were they nice?

Ella: It was okay, but it wasn’t the same without my mother.

Interviewer: Did you have everything you needed? Water, food, and good air?

Ella: Yes, I had everything I needed.

Interviewer: Okay, that was the interview. Thank you for your time.

Interviewer: "Hey, there."

Immigrant: "uhm...hi..can i help you somehow..?"

Interviewer: "yes i'd like to know some things about the journey to NYC."

Immigrant: sure..i'd like to tell you..something about it..."

Interviewer: "Only when youre comfortable, so first i'd like to know your name, before we start?"

Immigrant: "im comfortable with it. and...yes im...sure...its till..."

Interviewer: "till? Beautifull name. So id like to know where are you from?"

Till: "i'm from Asia, korea to be exact..."

Interviewer: "wow, korea is a very pretty place."

Interviewer: "why did you immigrate to NYC?"

Till: "my family was very...very poor...after the world war...we couldnt life well because we couldnt buy food because my parents lots their jobs..."

Interviewer: "thats horrobile!"

Till: yes...! It is.."

Interviewer: "when did you immigrate to NYC and with your parents?"

Till: "i went with my parents. In the 1954."

Interviewer: "thats a very long time."

Till: "it is."

Interviewer: "where you one of the people who were sick?"

Till: "yes, i was very sick, I felt nauseous."

Interviewer: "thats very bad, but thanks for talking with me, it was very interesting."

Till: "no problem..."

interview: "see youu!"

Till: "byee.."

Immigrant:Mine is good how is yours.

Interviewer:Thanks for asking mine is also good can i ask you a few questions about your home country where you from whats your name and why you immigrated to the USA.

Immigrant: Yes of course why not my name is Joel i came from cuba and i immigrated to the US 16 Years ago me and my brother immigrated because we where really poor and our home destroyed we traveld about 13 days with the Ship it was really exhausting.

so our parents wanted to give us an better chance in live.

Interviewer: Oh thats sad to here how old is your brother now and how is he doing?

Joel: My brother is doing verry good hes 21 now he has an job and an apartment.

Interviewer:Oh thats nice to hear where are you parents now are they still in cuba or are they also in the USA ( NYC).

Joel: Yeah they live with my brother.

Interviewer: Oh nice so how did you and your brother fell as you immigrated to the USA

Joel: We felt a little bit sick but it was ok as we arrived in the US first we felt homesick but after a decent amount of time everything was ok we got used to it here in NYC.

Interviewer:Oh thats good to hear how old are you if i can ask.

Joel: I am 33 now.

Interviewer: Ah ok. So thanks Joel for the Interview that was all i had to ask do you have any questions?.

Joel: No i dont have any more questions.

Interviewer: Ok have a nice day bye.

Joel: Thanks bye.

Immigrant Interview of Titus.

Leyla: Hi how can I help you?

Interviewer: I wanted to ask Are you an immigrant?

Leyla: Yes, I am.

Interviewer: Can I ask you some questions about how you immigrant to the USA

Leyla: Sure

Interviewer: Okay, so whats your name and where are you from?

Leyla: My name is Leyla and I come from Germany.

Interviewer: Wow from Germany you know I can speak a little german like "guten tag, wie gehts dir"

Leyla: Yeahh thats good also the pronunciation wow.

Interviewer: Ty next question so Leyla, how was your trip to the USA and how did you feel?

Leyla: So when i was 11 years old my parents packed all our stuff and said to me were going on vacation but it wasen't how i expected. We went on a ship with many people we were on that ship for 18 days and it was the worst 18 days of my life.We were on the bottom of the ship and had very bad food and very little fresh air. On day 13 me and my family were very sick. I wasen't feeling well mom was very worried but we made it.

Interviewer: ohh... thats sad to here and why did you immigrant to the USA?

Leyla: So my family was very poor and they wanted to have a better life for me and my brother so they decided to immigrant. At first they didin't know were,they also had some option but at the end they didin't had enough money to decide and the only option was to go with the ship to the USA.

Interviewer: I understand it wasen't simple and what happend after you arrived?

Leyla: We arrived at 5pm they were many ambulence who checked us and ask us some question. After that we were good to go i still didn't feel perfekt but afer 3 days i was feeling better. Now we aren't poor anymore we have a beautifuy house and my parents have a good job.

Interviewer: Thats good i'm happy for you that's it whit the interview i hope you have nice day.

Leyla: Thank youu have nice day too bye!

Interviewer: Bye!

Interviewer: "Hey Zach, My name is Dean , as you know i'll be asking some questions on your journey here to the USA"

Zach: "Mhm, yes I know."

Dean: "So Zach, How long ago did you immigrate to the USA from El salvador?"

Zach: "uhh, i think about 5 years ago? Im 15 years old and currently in my sophmore year of High school."

Dean: "Oh wow! A decade, those 10 years must have been tough, tell me Zach how did you immigrate here?"

Zach: "Well it was just me and my mom, back in El salvador i took english classes, so i could somehow communicate. We had to leave my two little sisters back in El salvador, due to them just being too young, and we did not have the ressources to bring them with. We got here illegally and it was really tough. Eventually as soon as we got documented we immediately flew my sisters here."

Dean: "Huh thats really sad. Could you tell me the journey to the US border?"

Zach: "we went by boat with other immigrants from the nearby villages, first we took some guys car and drove all the way to guatemala , then the... car broke down. And we abandoned it and hiked all the way to the shore of mexico. With that we had two choices, take another car and drive through mexico. Or through the gulf of mexico on a small boat. We took the second options due to it simply being safer, than driving through mexico. When we arrived in Houston Texas, a community of salvadorans took us in with open arms, kept us fed. And helped us get documented."

Dean: "Jesus... thats horrible, not the part where the salvadorans helped you!! How was the journey through the sea?"

Zach: "Absolutely horrible. It took about 8 days, and this is the quickest journey compared to other immigrants journeys. The currents were horrible. After a week, we barely had food. My mom tried to feed me well, since I was only 10 years old. For a day we simply ate nothing. And drank nothing, it was one of the worst moments of my life. But the green is greener on the other side."

Dean: "And yet youre still here standing strong as ever, your story is really inspiring and motivating Zach. A child like you shouldnt have gone through that. I got a question tho..., why didnt you go through mexico? I feel like it wouldve been safer, no?"

Zach: "uhm.......well. A reason we escaped our homeland was due to my dad owing some mexicans money. The moment they saw us we would have been.. gone. Thats the problem in most of those regions, gang violence there is just out of control. Another reason is you.. have to be submissive to the gang members that run our villages. The moment a word that goes against their political opinions comes out of ur mouth, you will get tortured."

Dean: "right.... I'm so sorry you had to even.. process that as a little child? Even now a 15 year old should not fear a country.

Zach: "Well.. lets leave the topic alone.."

Dean: "Thats perfectly fine. Well.. how are you now, I mean, the journey to getting better, recovering. Must've been really tough."

Zach: "I'm much better now, thanks to my mom who was beside me, helping me survive and my little sisters who always kept their chins up even though their journey here was really stressful. I made some friends, not much since.. as a highschooler i realized theres a huge bullying problem in the US. From middle school to highschool, i always got picked on for being an Immigrant and that I didn't belong here. No matter what they said, nothing could compare to the pain I endured. I never let their words get to me, since I know. The US is a place for everyone, even Immigrants like me."

Dean: "Wow zach, you.. genuinely are a brave and strong soldier. And honestly i agree with bullying being a big problem here, even I remember back in my days getting picked on for not bringing lunch."

Zach: "I'm really glad you understand.."

Dean: "heh. Anyway, how did your family feel about moving to this huge country."

Zach: "It was really hard on my mother. I get my strength from her. She suffered in silence, clearly feeling homesick. Not wanting to upset me and my siblings, she stayed quiet about how she actually felt. As I grew up she started to open up more, right now she's hosting a shelter for Immigrants like us, providing a safe sleeping place, food, hygiene anything to help them. My sisters are doing great, going to middle school and having sleepovers everyother day. I'll do anything to keep them safe and healthy."

Dean: "Zach youre more mature than the adult men i know in my life. Thats an amazing quality to have. So... what are your plans from now on?"

Zach: "Right now I'm taking classes such as politics, business class and so on. I desire to be a Politician and fight against this countries rotten parts, and fight for the Immigrants of the USA"

Dean: "Thats really interesting, well Zach I wish you and your family an easy and amazing life. The people listening are cheering you on Zach. Well see you guys on the next episode of "Deans yaps"!!"

Immigrant: Yes, of course!

Interviewer: Alright Thanks, so what is your name?

Immigrant: My name is Juan im from Mexico

Interviewer: Mexico, Interesting, so how long have you been in the US?

Juan: Ive lived in the US for about 2 years now.

Interviewer: Oh wow thats pretty long time, how was the immigration for you? Was it a hard or long journey?

Juan: No, not at all, immigration was actually pretty easy for me, me and my mom and dad went to the border with our passports and papers and it all worked out pretty well!

Interviewer: Thats really great to hear! What did you do in all of these years here, do you have a job house etc?

Juan: Yes i do, I bought a house about 6 or 7 months ago, i live there with my mom and dad. I actually work at an Immigration centert, it really suits me because i like working with people and my spanish helps out a lot of people.

Interviewer: What about the rest of your family, any brothers or sister that live here aswell?

Juan: Yes! I have a brother and a sister, My sister just came to the US 3 months ago, she started working as a Barista for now but im sure she will do great things in the future. And for my Brother, hes still in mexico, unfortunately he doesnt want to come to the US for whatever reason, i guess he just really like mexico.

Interviewer: Thats pretty interesting, and i have one last question, do you have any plans for your future?

Juan: Yes, i actually do! I currently have a running medical bill to pay but as soon as its paid off, i want to Marry my Girlfriend, we've been together ever since i came to the US, with the money i have saved im going to buy a beatiful ring and obviously pay for our wedding.

Interviewer: These are some great plans! I really hope that everything works out for you two. Also Thank you for your Time! Bye

Juan: No problem! Bye!

Paul: "Hello, im Paul. How i can help you".

Int: "can i ask you questions for a interview"?

Paul: "yes of course you can ask me".

int: "Okay how Long was the journey with the ship"?

Paul: "The journey was so long with ship the journey has took 21 days".

Int: "Wow it's took so long How do you feel in the journey"?

Paul: "i feel me sick and im mentaly not feel me good it was very bad Journey and very bad Condition".

Int: "oh this is a noot good Trip, where you from"?

Paul: "Im From the France".

Int: "why did you choose this country"?

Paul:" i choose this country because it's beautiful and a better life".

Int:" Ah okay and what do you will do next"?

Paul:" i will search a job and then make good life here in USA".

Int:" nice and do you came alone to the USA"?

Paul:" yes i came alone to the USA my family came soon to the USA".

Int" it's hear nice and do you have a sleep place"?

Paul" yes i have my son came first to the USA and i can sleep to my soon".

Int" good to have a sleep place and why do you came to USA"?

Paul" i came to USA because in France the conditions are bad and poor".

Int" oh it's not so good and in wich state do you are will going"?

Paul:" i will going first to NYC to make a better career than i will go to LA

Interviewer: Hello Lisa. Can I ask you a few questions for our Interview please.

Lisa: Hello, yes sure.

Interviewer: Where are you from and whith who did you immigrate to the USA?

Lisa: Im from Mexico and I immigrate with my mom,dad and with my two sisters.

Interviewer: Why do you immigrate to the USA with your family?

Lisa: Because we were very poor in Mexico.

Interviewer: How old were you when you come here?

Lisa : I was ten years old. That was twenty years ago.

Interviewer: How old are you now?

Lisa: Im now thirty years old.

Interviewer: Can you explain you journe?

Lisa: Yes of cours. It was very cold on the board. On the board was many immigrants. We were scared and couldnt sleep. The journe was almost a month. In the last two days we had no food and little to trinke. My little sister was last one week on the journe very sick. She was five years old. For she was that so hard. She made it one week. After the journe many doctors came to the board and they check us for dangerouse diseases. And my little sister had to go to the hospital for a two weeks. But after two weeks she felt good again.

Interviewer: Oh its was very hard for you and for your family.

Lisa: Yes it was hard.

Interviewer: Who was the first year in USA.

Lisa:It was very hard. My family and I had problems because we didn’t know English. We only spoke spanish. My parents opened a small shop.

Interviwer: Thanke you lisa for you interviewe

Lisa: No problem

Interviewer: Bye

Lisa : Bye

Immigrant: Hello, my name is Heinz, and yes, I am an immigrant.

Reporter: Okay Heinz, I have a few questions for you.

Heinz: Yes, of course. Go ahead.

Reporter: Where are you from?

Heinz: I'm from Russia — specifically from Moscow.

Reporter: Wow. How long did your journey take?

Heinz: We traveled for six to seven days.

Reporter: That's a long time. So, moving on to the next question — why did you choose this country?

Heinz: Because I find it very beautiful and natural.

Reporter: Okay. What was the journey like?

Heinz: The journey was quite comfortable — much better than life back in my homeland after the First World War. The air there was bad, and we didn’t have much to eat.

Reporter: In which year did you arrive here?

Heinz: In 1919.

Reporter: Did you fight in the war yourself?

Heinz: Yes, for a few weeks. Then I broke my foot in a battle.

Reporter: How are you doing mentally?

Heinz: I still get scared when I hear gunshots, but otherwise, I’m doing fine.

Reporter: Do you have any family or friends here?

Heinz: Yes, my wife and my two children are with me. But my best friend Wilhelm died in the war.

Reporter: Oh, my condolences.

Heinz: Thank you.

Reporter: How do you feel?

Heinz: I miss my friend... I wish he were alive and here with us.

Reporter: Yes, I believe you, Heinz. What do you do here after the war?

Heinz: I worked as a house builder. I helped rebuild houses after the war — some of the houses you see here, I built myself.

Reporter: Okay Heinz, that was all the questions I had for you. Goodbye, and have a good day.

Interviewer:Hello,im an Interviewer and i'm gonna ask you some question about you and what you want to do here and many more,please answer with the truth.

Zarah:Oh okay,i didn't expect that we must answer question and may i ask why.And I will answer with the truth.

Interviewer: yeah you must answer question so we can see if you guys are too weak to work and more,because if yes they would send you guys back to there home.So first of all Where are you from and can you tell me about yourself?

Zarah: Okay ,So hello i'm Zarah and i'm from Poland and born in 2002 15th june and i'm 23 years old,I have two little brothers an a older sister.

Interviewer:And why did you come to NYC?

Zarah:I heard good thinks about NYC and its very peacefull here,I also think that I will feel comfortable here.

Interviewer:I would like to now what was the journey like?

Zarah: So i was alone and first I was scared and the journey was 25days long. It wasn't even comfotable and the boad make made a lot of wierd noise and it shook a lot.

Interviewer: That sounds bad ,but you got it behind you.

Zarah: Yeah i'm happy its finally over.

Interviewer:And what will you do next?

Zarah: I want to have a better live here in NYC ,and find a nice job,have a place to live and maybe find new friends.

Also I want to make enough money so my Family can come too.I want to have a better live here because in Poland there its a big war and there is little places to live. Many people are also dying from hunger aswell.

Interviewer:Thank you for those answer,i hope you get a better live here. I am finished here and please go there by the man with thegreen shirt

Zarah:Oh oke Thank you very much, I appreciate it.

Interviewer: Have a nice day.

Zarah : Thank you , have a nice day too.

Lara: Hello, yes, sure.

Interviewer: Where did your trip start, and how long was it?

Lara: We started in Hamburg, Germany, and we were on the ship for two weeks.

Interviewer: How was your journey?

Lara: The conditions on board were very hard. We were poor, so we traveled in third class. We stayed in a crowded, dirty space at the bottom of the ship. The food was bad, and there was very little fresh air. Many passengers were sick. On the last day, we had no food and not much water left. It was very hard. Most people were not in good physical or mental condition.
Before we could leave the ship, doctors came on board to check for dangerous diseases. After that, the ship slowly moved into the harbor. My family and I left the steamship and went to Ellis Island on a small boat. There, we had more medical inspections. But now we are ready, and our journey is finished. We are happy to be here.

Interviewer: Oh, it was really hard for you and the other passengers. I wish you all the best, and thank you for your time. Bye.

Lara: Bye.

Immigrant (Wolfgang): Hello madam, I’m fine, thank you. And you? Yes, of course, you can ask me some questions.

Interviewer: I’m fine too, thanks! Let’s start.

Interviewer: What was it like when you went to Ellis Island as a teenager?

Immigrant (Wolfgang): Oh yes, I remember. I came to Ellis Island in 1900. The journey was very tough. There were thunderstorms, rain, and it was very stormy.

Interviewer: How long did it take you to get to Ellis Island? Do you still remember it?

Immigrant (Wolfgang): Yes, of course. It took us about 21 to 23 days.

Interviewer: What happened when you left the boat?

Immigrant (Wolfgang): I got off the boat, and then the doctors came right away and we were checked.

Interviewer: Did you go directly to Ellis Island or somewhere else first?

Immigrant (Wolfgang): No, we first went to Manhattan to be checked, but then we went to Ellis Island for more medical help.

Interviewer: Did everyone stay on Ellis Island, or did some have to return?

Immigrant (Wolfgang): No, not everyone stayed. Only about 20 percent stayed. The others were either too weak or sick and had to return.

Interviewer: How long were you and the others checked afterward?

Immigrant (Wolfgang): Some had to go through more checks for days or even weeks before they could stay.

Interviewer: Do you think it has been a long journey so far?

Immigrant (Wolfgang): Yes, it was long and hard, but now it has paid off. Everyone can come to the USA.

Interviewer: Thank you for the interview.

Interviewer: Have a great day, and I hope to see you soon. Bye!

Immigrant (Wolfgang): Gladly. You too! Goodbye.

Luka: "Hm? Sure, what`s up?"

Interviewer: "Im an Interviewer and ask people around how they Immigrated to the United States."

Luka: "Ohh..alright."

Interviewer: "First of all: What`s your name and where are you from?"

Luka: "My name is Luka and im from South Korea, located in East Asia."

Interviewer: "How was it back then?"

Luka: "It was hard after the World war because my Family was Poor and didn`t had anything to eat."

Interviewer: "Why did you choose this country."

Luka: "I choose this country because it was my dream to live in a country full of Stars and learn new thing`s."

Interviewer: "What was your life like before Immigrating?"

Luka: "It was fine, i used to sing a lot and be famous one day."

Interviewer: "What was the journey like?"

Luka: "Bad, thons of people were sick and some people had diseases."

Interviewer: "Oh my that`s bad, did you were sick or had a disease?"

Luka: "Luckily i haven`t been sick or had a disease."

Interviewer: "You`ve really been Lucky."

Luka: "I really was."

Interviewer: "Did your Family went to the USA too?"

Luka: "No, i actually went alone because my Family wanted me to have a good life."

Interviewer: "Was it good to be alone by yourself or with your Family?"

Luka: "It was ok for a month, then after a month i was Homesick and wanted to see my Friends and Family."

Interviewer: "What will you be in the Future?"

Luka: "I want to be a Singer and be Famous one day."

Interviewer: "I wish you good luck,what will you do after this Interview?"

Luka: "Thank you, i will need to go now, see you one day."

Interviewer: "Alright, Goodbye Luka."

Luka: "Bye Bye."

Where are you from Wlatschik Austria, and why did you came to the United States , in my country was the world war 1 .

And there were many bombs in my city so we decidet to leave ,me and my family but they cant go with me because they havent gone on the trip , how did you come to the United States Wlatschik , what for an trip . It was an board where we jews all was , i was with some others on the third class at the trip , it was so dirty and very little fresh air and bad food .

Oh ,thats sound adorible,and what happen when you arrived ,

Well some of the passanger were in bad conditions ,than someone said that that we are in liberty island , when we got out of the boad , there where doctors how came to check us for dangerous diseases ,after that we arrived with the ship in Manhattan , and after that we went to Ellis Island with a small boat , they had more medical inspections, and what did happend after that Wlatschik when the doctors inspect them ,

They have looked how where weak to work so they sent them back ,and how many was it, about 80 percent how i heared it from some people i spoked with about it .

Did you were sick Wlatschik , no luckly not , and what happend when have stayed on island .

For days or some weeks i needed to stay for more checks.

But the rest could go after a few hours.

And than it happend we got the journey of the USA wich was now over after months or years before ending .

Finally we were in the land of opportunity.

But it was the first step on the long journy.

That was a really good speech by you Wlatschik ,

And thank you that you gave us your time to tell many things about it ,

Your welcome , Bye

Bye.

Immigrant: Yes, sure, why not.

Interviewer: Thank you.

Immigrant: No problem.

Interviewer: What’s your name?

Immigrant: My name is Stefan.

Interviewer: Stefan, where are you from?

Immigrant=Stefan: I’m from Germany.

Interviewer: What is your plan?

Immigrant=Stefan: My plan is to start a new life.

Interviewer: And how did you come here?

Immigrant=Steafan: I traveled by boat.

Interviewer: How long did it take to get here?

Immigrant=Stefan: It took me 21 days on the boat.

Interviewer: Was the boat comfortable?

Immigrant=Stefan: No, the boat was terrible. It was dirty, and I hadn’t eaten for the last three days.

Interviewer: Oh, I’m sorry to hear that. That’s really tough.

Immigrant=Steafan: Yes, it was really terrible.

Interviewer: How did you feel during the journey?

Immigrant=Stefan: I felt really bad. The air was bad, and as I said, the food was awful.

Interviewer: What are your plans in New York?

Immigrant=Stefan: To get a good job, earn money, and make my family happy.

Interviewer: That’s a great plan.

Interviewer: Thanks for the interview.

Immigrant: No problem.

Immigrant: Yes, what do you want?

Interviewer: May I interview you please?

Immigrant: Okay.

Interviewer: Where do you come from?

Immigrant: I come from a small town in Germany

Interviewer: What are you plans here?

Immigrant: I`m going to start a new life.

Interviewer: How was the trip to America?

Immigrant: It was terrible. We were on the sea for 16 days.

We traveled third class on the ship; the air was bad, and we couldn`t really sleep. The space was cramped and dirty. During the last 6 days, we slowly ran out of food.

I thought I was going to die on the ship!

Interviewer: That`s sounds awful.

Immigrant: It really was.

Interviewer: Thank You for sharing your story, and i wish you a good start in America!

Immigrant: Thank you.

interviewer: Oh, wait-what is your name, if you don`t mind?

Immigrant: My name is John Doucks.

Interviewer: Thank you, John. Goodbye!

John: Goodbye.

Interviewer: Thanks for asking, mine is good too. May I ask you a few questions about your home country? Where are you from, what’s your name, and why did you immigrate to the USA?

Immigrant: Of course. My name is Joel. I’m from Cuba, and I immigrated to the US 16 years ago. My brother and I left because we were very poor and our home was destroyed. We traveled about 13 days by ship, which was really exhausting. Our parents wanted to give us a better chance in life.

Interviewer: That’s sad to hear. How old is your brother now, and how is he doing?

Joel: He’s doing very well. He’s 21 now, has a job, and his own apartment.

Interviewer: That’s great to hear. Where are your parents now? Are they still in Cuba, or have they also moved to the USA, maybe NYC?

Joel: They live with my brother here in New York.

Interviewer: Nice. How did you and your brother feel when you first immigrated to the USA?

Joel: At first, we felt a little sick and homesick, but it was okay. After some time, we got used to living here in NYC.

Interviewer: That’s good to hear. How old are you, if I may ask?

Joel: I’m 33 now.

Interviewer: Alright, thank you Joel for the interview. That’s all I wanted to ask. Do you have any questions for me?

Joel: No, I don’t have any questions.

Interviewer: Okay, have a nice day. Goodbye!

Joel: Thanks, goodbye!

Paul: the ride was very tiring .

Interviewer : where you came from ?

Paul: we came from Sweden (Stockholm) . We lived there in house on a little hil . Around our house were ,trees,a old playground , we just had 3 neighbours and a light blue see . Our neighbours stayed there an look for our animals . We have a cow ,a pig and three cats . We plan to go back in two years because now is the situation there bad .

Interviewer : what did you do in the morning when you left?

Paul: we had to walk a long way to the station where the ships started an we saw there a lot of old friends.

Interviewer.: that sounds exiciting .

Paul: mhm nit wasn't not really that excited, the last two days we didn't had much food. And there were people who had hunger for a longer time . And three people died because of hunger .

Interviwer: what ??? really!!! Can you maybe tell me more about the ship?

Paul: yes ,the food was bad ,the places were we slept were uncorfotable and many people had back pain . In the last 5 days many people became sea sick .kids scream an lot more .

Interviewer :how long were you on the ship ?

Paul: i were there for 15 days with my little family . But it was a very ,very hard time

Interviewer : thank you for telling me about this hard time.

Paul : you're welcome.