In what year did Alexander Berkman emigrate to the United States?
1888
1870
1921
1892
Answer
In 1888, Russian-born anarchist Alexander Berkman immigrated to the United States, seeking refuge from political oppression in his home country. He quickly became involved in radical circles in New York City and aligned with prominent anarchists like Johann Most and Emma Goldman, advocating for workers' rights and social change through direct action and violence.
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