Plot — What is Ancestors in the Americas: Coolies, Sailors, Settlers about?
Explores how people from the Philippines, China and India first arrived on the shores of North and South America, their survival amid harsh conditions, re-migrations and settlement in the Americas. The film travels across oceans and centuries of time to trace the globally interlocking story of East and West. Ancestors in the Americas is a two-part series that presents the history, challenges, and lasting impact of early Asian immigrants to the Americas, from the 1700s to the 1900s. The series follows their little-known journeys and stories, reveals their pioneering struggle against racial hatred and for basic rights, and depicts their lasting cultural, legal and economic contributions to the building of the Americas. Using a "documemoir" approach, ANCESTORS IN THE AMERICAS brings to life this largely undocumented past and invites a new understanding of American history.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 64 min |
| Audience Score | 90% (9.0/10, 1 votes) |
Ancestors in the Americas: Coolies, Sailors, Settlers — FAQ
Is Ancestors in the Americas: Coolies, Sailors, Settlers worth watching? Ancestors in the Americas: Coolies, Sailors, Settlers holds a 9.0/10 rating from 1 viewers. Explores how people from the Philippines, China and India first arrived on the shores of North and South America, their survival amid harsh conditions, re-migrations and settlement in the Americas. The film travels acro
Who directed Ancestors in the Americas: Coolies, Sailors, Settlers? Directed by Loni Ding.
Where can I stream Ancestors in the Americas: Coolies, Sailors, Settlers? Streaming availability for Ancestors in the Americas: Coolies, Sailors, Settlers is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Ancestors in the Americas: Coolies, Sailors, Settlers release? It released in 1996.
