Names and Paper Trails: Tracing Chinese Ancestors Through Immigration Record

Discover how to research Chinese ancestors through immigration records and uncover the rich details they contain. This class explores key record types created for Chinese individuals traveling between China and the United States and Canada, including the historical context that shaped their creation and the details found within these records. Learn how exclusion-era policies led to unique documentation practices, and gain practical strategies for using these records as a gateway to further genealogical research—helping you identify individuals, trace movements, and connect to additional sources.