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Wu Tingfang, a prominent diplomat and lawyer, is seen surrounded by American officials, highlighting his efforts to protect overseas Chinese rights during the late 19th century.

Cities of Wuyi Emigration Stories History and Culture

Five Counties Immigrants and Their Struggle Against 19th-Century Racism

May 13, 20250Comments BySteven

Statue of Chinese laborers carving railroad tunnels, depicting the hardship behind the Chinese railroad workers exclusion

Cities of Wuyi History and Culture

The Forgotten Builders: Chinese Railroad Workers Exclusion and America’s Hidden Legacy

May 10, 20250Comments BySteven

A Taishan woman with her daughters in the 1930s, showcasing family bonds and cultural heritage.

Cities of Wuyi History and Culture

Why So Many Taishanese Families Ended Up Overseas — A Deep Dive

May 7, 20250Comments BySteven

A group of people harvesting tea leaves in a lush green tea plantation in Taishan, Guangdong, preserving traditional farming practices.

Reconnecting With Wuyi: A Bridge Across Generations

May 5, 20250Comments BySteven

Fishing harbor at sunset in Taishan, Wuyi coast

Before Canton: How Wuyi’s Hidden Ports Shaped the Chinese Diaspora

April 25, 20250Comments BySteven

Participants in the traditional Piaose parade in Taishan, a 500-year-old cultural tradition, showcasing vibrant costumes and performances in honor of the Guangdong Five Counties heritage.

Roots Across the Sea: Understanding the Guangdong Five Counties Diaspora Legacy

April 23, 20250Comments BySteven

Traditional market street in Taishan, part of the Five Counties of Guangdong

The Five Counties of Guangdong: A Cultural and Historical Overview

April 19, 20250Comments BySteven

An aerial view of Kaiping in Guangdong Province, showing the Tan River cutting through the city with modern buildings, bridges, and urban infrastructure under a partly cloudy sky, surrounded by distant hills.

Exploring the Wuyi Landscape A Journey Through Time and Geography

April 13, 20250Comments BySteven

A formal group photo of the Wuyi diaspora in Vancouver, highlighting their community spirit and cultural identity.

History and Culture

The Wuyi Diaspora: A Tale of Clans, Brotherhoods, and Survival

April 11, 20250Comments BySteven

World map showing the global routes of the 19th-century coolie trade from Asia and the Pacific to the Americas and Caribbean.

History and Culture

The Coolie Trade and Early Migration Patterns (1840–1874)

April 9, 20250Comments BySteven