19 oct. 1882 - Chinese Exclusion Act
Description:
In 1882, Congress passed the Chinese Exclusion Act, severely restricting immigration from China. Since earlier laws made it difficult for those Chinese immigrants who were already here to bring over their wives and families, most Chinese communities remained "bachelor societies."Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
19 oct. 1882
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 143 ans