The Autobiography Of Robert Watchorn

The Autobiography of Robert Watchorn is a memoir written by Herbert Faulkner West about the life of Robert Watchorn, a prominent figure in American immigration history. The book delves into Watchorn's personal and professional life, chronicling his rise from a working-class background in England to becoming the Commissioner-General of Immigration in the United States.The book begins with Watchorn's childhood in England, where he worked as a coal miner before immigrating to the United States in the late 1800s. From there, the book follows Watchorn's career as he worked his way up the ranks of the U.S. Immigration Service, eventually becoming one of the most influential figures in the field.Throughout the book, West provides a detailed account of Watchorn's contributions to American immigration policy, including his work to reform the Ellis Island immigration station and his efforts to improve the living conditions of immigrants in the United States. The book also explores Watchorn's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his involvement in various social and political organizations.Overall, The Autobiography of Robert Watchorn offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most important figures in American immigration history, providing readers with a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of the immigrant experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.