CHINESE CAMP

Historical Landmark

Description:
Reportedly founded about 1849 by a group of Englishmen who employed Chinese as miners, Chinese Camp was headquarters for stagelines in early 1850s and for several California Chinese mining companies. Much surface gold was found on hills and flats. The first Chinese tong war in the state was fought near here between the Sam Yap and Yan Woo Tongs. Stone and brick post office, built in 1854, is still in use. The St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, built in 1855, was restored in 1949, its first pastor was Father Henry Aleric.

Registration Date: 3/4/1949

Location:
City: Chinese Camp
County: Tuolumne

Directions:
NW corner of State Hwy 120 (P.M. 15.9) and Main St, Chinese Camp

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