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How to Read Chinese Tombstones without Reading Chinese

How to Read Chinese Tombstones without Reading Chinese

8 months ago9 min read
Learn what graves can tell you about the origins, dreams, and social circles of your Overseas Chinese ancestors.
The Beginnings of Borders: 8 Countries with Anti-Chinese Immigration Laws

The Beginnings of Borders: 8 Countries with Anti-Chinese Immigration Laws

3 years ago12 min read
Some of the world’s earliest restrictive migration laws were targeted against Chinese people. Here’s what your ancestors were up against.
Old family photos of a Chinese Singaporean family

How to Get Kids Interested In Their Chinese Family History

3 years ago9 min read
Roots searching is often done for the sake of our children. Here’s how they can join in the fun too.
Chinese cemetery in Hawaii with palm trees

15 Historic Overseas Chinese Cemeteries You Should Know About

3 years ago14 min read
What these iconic landmarks reveal about the history of Chinese immigration around the world
4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Interviewing Chinese Relatives

4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Interviewing Chinese Relatives

3 years ago8 min read
It’s hard for grandma to open up about the past. Use these questions to build trust and find support for a successful family history interview.
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