Description: Scarce early original vintage photograph shows members of the American Legion Cathay Post #384. In the background are Junior Members of the same Post. The year 1931 marked a milestone in the history of the American Legion. Sixteen trailblazing World War I Chinese American veterans who called San Francisco's Chinatown home established the first all Chinese-American American Legion Post. The national office of the American Legion officially chartered Cathay Post No. 384 on August 24, 1931. After its establishment, the Post became involved in many activities supporting veterans and local civic causes. During World War II, nearly 15,000 Chinese-Americans and immigrants of Chinese descent joined our Armed Forces to defend our nation. Those men and women served our country despite racist exclusion laws that barred Chinese from emigrating to the United States and Chinese residents from becoming U.S. citizens. The Chinese who served in our military branches during World War II are believed to have been over 20% of the Chinese population of our nation. Photograph measures 8 x 10 inches and is in excellent condition with no bends, tears, or creases and is very sharp and has strong tones with good contrast and clarity. Please email with any questions and please "VIEW SELLERS OTHER ITEMS". Thanks. Track Page Views WithAuctiva's FREE Counter
Price: 21 USD
Location: Greenbrae, California
End Time: 2025-02-02T04:35:41.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.5 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Region of Origin: US
Framing: Unframed
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Size Type/Largest Dimension: Medium (Up to 10")
Date of Creation: 1930-1939
Color: Black & White
Photo Type: Gelatin Silver
Subject: American Legion Cathay Post
Original/Reprint: Original Print
Type: Photograph
