Explore the rich and complex history of immigration to the United States with this indispensable reference work. Based on official government records, Tables Showing Arrivals of Alien Passengers and Immigrants in the United States from 1820 to 1888 provides detailed information on millions of immigrants who arrived in America during this pivotal period in its history. Whether you are a historian, a genealogist, or simply interested in understanding the forces that have shaped American society, this book is an essential resource for understanding the immigrant experience. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.