Becoming American: The Journey of Italians in Genesee County

By Michael J. Eula, Ph.D - January 29, 2018

Like elsewhere in America, throngs of Italian immigrants migrated to Western New York in the late 19^th century. We examine their journey from outcasts to acceptance in Genesee County.

The full content is available in the Winter 2018 Issue.

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Becoming American: The Journey of Italians in Genesee County