jan 1, 1882 - 1882: Chinese Exclusion Act
Description:
Extended in 1902 up to 1943 - Bill that closed doors to Chinese immigrants (did not allow them into the US), passed by Congress with overwhelming support - Chinese still allowed in if had Chinese-American parents or was a certain official, teacher, merchant, or student. 30% denied entryAdded to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1882
Now
~ 143 years ago