The Plague in San Francisco | The Year of the Rat | 1
American Scandal
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The Plague's Arrival and the Immigrant Struggle in San Francisco
This chapter delves into the heartbreaking story of Wong Chut King, the first known victim of bubonic plague in the mainland U.S., who died alone in a Chinatown funeral home. It also examines San Francisco's rapid transformation during the gold rush, highlighting the contributions and struggles of immigrant workers amidst rising prejudice.
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