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Vincent Chin

1981

Chinese American Museum DC

Chinese American Museum DC
Washington, United States

In 1982 Vincent Chin, a Chinese American, was killed by two white Americans mistaking him for Japanese and blaming him on the decline of their automotive jobs. In a watershed moment, Chin's killers were sentenced only to probation and a fine of $3,000 plus court fees.

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  • Title: Vincent Chin
  • Date Created: 1981
  • Rights: Americans Citizens for Justice
  • Medium: Photograph
Chinese American Museum DC

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