Through the voices of real people, this book tells the complex history and present experience of Filipino immigration in the United States. Filipino immigrants have helped shape the United States since settling in Louisiana in the late 1700s and early 1800s. Despite challenges in their new homeland, including widespread discrimination, Filipino immigrants have made important contributions to America's economy and culture. Drawing on both primary and secondary sources, Filipino Immigrants in the United States reveals the powerful stories of people who found the courage to build a new life.