TV Episode:

Ancestors In the Americas: Chinese In the Frontier West (TV episode)

  • Director: Loni Ding

Plot

The second of a three-part series documenting the Chinese experience in the United States, Ancestors in the Americas: Chinese in the Frontier West follows recent immigrants to Gold country. As the first wave of non-white foreigners to arrive on American soil freely, the Chinese fought long and hard for their share of the wealth. From 1850-1882, the Chinese went from a poor and maltreated collection to a strong and viable part of the population. By 1960, they were contributing over 50 percent of California's total revenue. This documentary follows the progress of a courageous people through the turbulent construction of a nation. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide


Credit

Loni Ding - Director; Loni Ding - Producer
 
 
 

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