Detroit's Mexicantown

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Mexican immigrants began to settle in Detroit at the beginningof the 20th century. They were attracted by the jobs availablein the automobile industry and the rest of the rapidly e xpandingindustrial base. Like other immigrant ethnic groups, Mexicans cameto Detroit intent on providing a better life, and future, for theirfamilies. They opened businesses like specialty grocery and retailstores, barbershops, and restaurants. They bought homes, educatedtheir children, served in all branches of the military, and becamemodel Americans. What they brought to Detroit were family values,faith, and a strong work ethic. Detroit's Mexicantown offers a glimpseinto when and where the community started. Product Details Paperback 130 Pages English 6.69" x 0.38" x 9.61" Publication Date: November 2011 ISBN: 978-1531651640 Arcadia Publishing Show more