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Explore the rich history of immigration in Maryland, from its founding in 1634 as a refuge for Catholics to the various Acts throughout American history. Learn about the impact of key legislation such as the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, the Chinese Exclusionary Act of 1882, and the Immigration Acts of 1921 and 1924. Delve into significant events like the Mexican Immigration in WWI and WWII, and the passage of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Discover how these laws have shaped immigration policies and the diverse cultural landscape of the United States.
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Immigration History Maryland founded in 1634 as a refuge for Catholics, toleration Act protected Christians Pennsylvania best advertised colony, in many languages, in 1681, known for diversity Naturalization, Alien, and Alien Enemies Acts of 1798 American Know Nothing Party of 1850s Chinese Exclusionary Act of 1882 American Protective Association of 1890 Gentleman’s Agreement of 1907 The Passing of the Great Race. 1916 Immigration Act of 1917 Alien Act of 1918 Mexican Immigration in WWI, 1920s, 1930s, and WWII Immigration Acts of 1921 and 1924 Displaced persons Act of 1948 McCarran Walter Immigration Act of 1952 Refugee Relief Act of 1953 Hungarian “Open entry” of 1956 Cuban Refugee Program of 1961 Immigration and Nationality Act of 1956 Immigration Act of 1965 Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 Proposition 187, overturned in 2001
