Nativism: This is an ideology favoring native-born citizens over immigrants. Nativism played a significant role in supporting policies like the Chinese Exclusion Act.
Angel Island Immigration Station: This was an immigration station located in San Francisco Bay which operated from 1910-1940 where many Asian immigrants entered the U.S. It was often called the "Ellis Island of the West."
Gentlemen's Agreement (1907): This was an informal agreement between the U.S and Japan where Japan agreed to limit emigration of its citizens to the U.S in return for less discriminatory treatment of Japanese residents in America.