The Chinese Exclusion Act: America’s First Racist Immigration Law (And Its Legacy Today)

Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 | Heroes of Black History


🌟 *Learn about:*
In the mid-1800s, Chinese immigrants came to the U.S. in large numbers, drawn by opportunities like the California Gold Rush and the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad. Chinese workers became scapegoats for the nation’s problems.
They worked grueling jobs, often in dangerous conditions, and played a vital role in building the American West. But as economic conditions worsened and anti-immigrant sentiment grew,
The Chinese Exclusion Act, which banned Chinese laborers from immigrating to the U.S. and barred Chinese residents already here from becoming citizens.

📚 *Why Their Story Matters:*
The Chinese Exclusion Act devastated Chinese communities. Families were torn apart, businesses struggled, and violence against Chinese immigrants increased. But even in the face of such hostility, Chinese Americans found ways to resist and thrive.

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