Dive into the harsh and often overlooked experiences of Chinese-American immigrants in the 1800s. From the perilous conditions of constructing the American railway system to facing severe discrimination and daily hardships, learn about the pivotal yet challenging role they played in uniting the coasts of the United States. This episode explores the domestic struggles, including the scarcity of Chinese women and the forced prostitution many faced, revealing the brutal realities these laborers endured.

#ChineseLaborers #Railroads #WeirdHistory #Chinese-AmericanImmigrants #CaliforniaGoldRush #AmericanChinatowns #19thCentury #Discrimination #SexSlavery #Prostitution #AmericanRailwaySystem
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