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The Chinese Exclusion Act

Season 30 Episode 6 | 1h 51m 54s

The 1882 law that made it illegal for Chinese workers to come to America and for Chinese nationals already here ever to become U.S. citizens.

Aired: 05/29/18

Expires: 06/26/18

Rating: TV-PG

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PBS Previews: The Chinese Exclusion Act
Get an inside look at the making of The Chinese Exclusion Act, premiering May 29 at 8/7c.
The Chinese Exclusion Act: Chapter 1
Watch Chapter 1 of The Chinese Exclusion Act.
An Extraordinary Law
In 1882, President Chester A. Arthur signed into law the Chinese Exclusion Act.
The Chinese Exclusion Act
The 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act remained in force for more than 60 years.

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