Honor and Duty: The Mississippi Delta Chinese By: Oakland As
Apr 19, 2016 0:43:58 GMT -5
Post by helen on Apr 19, 2016 0:43:58 GMT -5
Honor and Duty: The Mississippi Delta Chinese
By: Oakland Asian Cultural Center
Come to OACC on Friday, May 13 for the must-see screening of Honor and Duty: The Mississippi Delta Chinese. The fascinating film series opens one's eyes to the very important story of a nearly forgotten Chinese community in America's Deep South.
Taking viewers from 1870 to 1940, Part One tells of the arrival of the first Chinese in Mississipppi back in the 19th century, and brings to light the arduous challenges that loomed before them in coming to the United States.
In Part Two, spanning the years between 1941 and 1945, 24 Delta Chinese World War II veterans and their families share compelling stories of the war, as well as its immense impact on their daily lives in the Mississippi Delta.
The documentary concludes with Part Three, bringing us from 1946 to the present, and pans in on the lasting influence of the Delta Chinese on Mississippi's social and economic fabric, customs, and culture.
RSVP today for informative, highly captivating insight into this small community that is not to be overlooked in its historical and cultural richness.
Photo: Facebook page of Honor and Duty: The Mississippi Delta Chinese
WHEN
Friday, May 13, 2016 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (PDT) - Add to Calendar
WHERE
Oakland Asian Cultural Center - 388 Ninth Street, Suite 290, Oakland, CA 94607 - View Map
viewing this short trailer for the film, then plan on attending the screening of the documentary in full length......
www.eventbrite.com/e/film-screening-honor-and-duty-the-mississippi-delta-chinese-tickets-24211341775
By: Oakland Asian Cultural Center
Come to OACC on Friday, May 13 for the must-see screening of Honor and Duty: The Mississippi Delta Chinese. The fascinating film series opens one's eyes to the very important story of a nearly forgotten Chinese community in America's Deep South.
Taking viewers from 1870 to 1940, Part One tells of the arrival of the first Chinese in Mississipppi back in the 19th century, and brings to light the arduous challenges that loomed before them in coming to the United States.
In Part Two, spanning the years between 1941 and 1945, 24 Delta Chinese World War II veterans and their families share compelling stories of the war, as well as its immense impact on their daily lives in the Mississippi Delta.
The documentary concludes with Part Three, bringing us from 1946 to the present, and pans in on the lasting influence of the Delta Chinese on Mississippi's social and economic fabric, customs, and culture.
RSVP today for informative, highly captivating insight into this small community that is not to be overlooked in its historical and cultural richness.
Photo: Facebook page of Honor and Duty: The Mississippi Delta Chinese
WHEN
Friday, May 13, 2016 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (PDT) - Add to Calendar
WHERE
Oakland Asian Cultural Center - 388 Ninth Street, Suite 290, Oakland, CA 94607 - View Map
viewing this short trailer for the film, then plan on attending the screening of the documentary in full length......
www.eventbrite.com/e/film-screening-honor-and-duty-the-mississippi-delta-chinese-tickets-24211341775