Most Italian immigrants to the United States between 1880 and 1920 came to escape

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The poverty of southern Italy was a major push factor for Italian immigrants during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Many Italians in the south faced extreme poverty, lack of land ownership, oppressive taxation, and little access to education and jobs. The United States, with its promise of economic opportunity, was an attractive destination for these immigrants.

Most Italian Immigrants to the United States Between 1880 and 1920