New York

• Learn about the history of, and locations for, New York immigration.
• Find migration and travel routes for New York ancestors.

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John D Rockefeller Jr arrived in New York by ship in 1923. Use the "FS: New York Passenger Arrival Lists (Ellis Island) 1892-1924" QUIKLink below to answer these questions:

1. John D Rockefeller Jr arrived in New York from what city?
2. What is the date of his arrival
3. Where was John D born?

• Click the QUIKLink mentioned above.
• In the search screen, enter "John D" as the first name and "Rockefeller" as the last name.
• In the search results screen, click the icon for John D Rockefeller Jr.
• Read the information in the center column.
• For information on his birthplace, click View Original Document.
• Wikipedia lists him as a famous businessman and philanthropist who donated over 537 million dollars to many causes.

1. John arrived from Southampton (England).
2. He arrived on 10 Aug 1923.
3. He was born in Cleveland O. (Ohio).