by Thomas Griffin | Dec 2, 2023 | immigration & culture, Immigration History, Immigration to the US
Nestled on the rugged coast of the Atlantic, Portland, Maine, is a city with a rich and diverse history shaped by waves of immigration. From its early days as a bustling seaport to its current status as a vibrant cultural hub, Portland has been a welcoming home for...
by Adam Solow | Oct 30, 2023 | immigration & culture, Immigration & Race, Immigration History
The history of the Jewish people is marked by a series of profound and often tumultuous events. Among these, the three Roman-Jewish Wars (66-73 CE, 115-117 CE, and 132-136 CE) stand out as pivotal moments in Jewish history, setting in motion a chain of events that...
by Adam Solow | Oct 10, 2023 | immigration & culture, Immigration History
A Roman Amphitheatre in Malaga, Spain. The Roman Empire: Evolving Immigration Laws With the transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire in 27 BCE, the management of immigration underwent significant changes. Augustus, the first Emperor, introduced various...
by Adam Solow | Sep 26, 2023 | immigration & culture
Roman Forum, Rome, Italy. Photo taken from the Palatine Hill. A current trend is the surprising notion that many men think frequently about the Roman Empire- something that speaks to the enduring appeal of a society that thrived over 2000 years ago. I am also...
by Adam Solow | Apr 28, 2023 | Cuba, immigration & culture
In December, our family had the chance to visit one of the United States’ great immigrant neighborhoods. Miami’s Little Havana is a vibrant and culturally rich neighborhood located in the heart of the city. It is home to a significant population of Cuban...
by Adam Solow | Apr 17, 2023 | immigration & culture
Philadelphia is a city with a rich and diverse immigrant community. One of the largest and most vibrant of these communities is the Brazilian immigrant community, concentrated mostly in Northeast Philadelphia, around Castor Avenue. In this blog post, we will explore...
