Chinese Latin Americans

Question

Hi. I'm wondering what parts of China the Chinese Coolies in Latin America came from as well as when the immigration began. Furthermore, where do a lot of the Chinese Immigrants today come from? The reason I keep asking questions like this is because I'm trying to find out various things about lesser known cultures that have contributed to the overall Latin American culture. Especially those of the immigrants to Latin America.

Answer 1

This Wikipedia article, titled Inmigración china en el Perú, might be a good place to begin your research.

You might also have a look at this blog: Etnografía de América Latina

Answer 2

Looks like your chances for a white Christmas in Ithaca are pretty good; at least a white 12/15. During four years in China, I probably never heard the word coolie being used. There are poor workers in all parts of China. However, many Chinese immigrants to the Americas come from places like Taiwan. Resident visas to the US are difficult to get in China. Student visas are more easily obtained and yes. many stay for an extended period on student visas.

Answer 3

In Costa Rica, Franklin Chan, he flew on the Space Shuttle and is working on a plasma engine for future deep space travel.

He should be easy to search on the Internet for more of his background info.

Good luck.