Description
Contains convention proceedings, photographs, letters, essays, newspaper articles, newsletters and publications, mailers,
flyers and advertisements, meeting agendas, handwritten notes, pamphlets, membership lists, event programs, and resolutions.
The content of the materials covers events related to the CACA, particularly the 39th biennial national convention, civil
rights issues including news related to the Vincent Chin case and US English and Prop 63.
Background
The Chinese American Citizens Alliance grew out of the Native Sons of the Golden State, an organization based in California
and incorporated in 1895 by Chun Dick. In 1915, a new charter was taken out creating the Chiense American Citizens Alliance.
The CACA consists of a Grand Lodge in San Francisco and a collection of local lodges throughout the United States. The CACA
focuses on fighting for civil rights, hosting social and community activities, hosting activities for youth and educational
projects, and American patriotism.