摘要: | 晚清詩人黃遵憲(1848-1905),是著名的外交家、政治家與教育家,1882年至1885年7月,他在擔任駐美金山總領事時期,曾經多次前往加拿大的維多利亞市積極地為當地華人的權益發聲,受到華裔社區的尊敬。本文以黃遵憲就任金山總領事期間的相關文獻為基礎,包括清朝宮廷的奏摺、美加當地的新聞報導、留存於加拿大維多利亞中華會館中的書信手稿以及稟文,藉此了解黃遵憲與早期加拿大華人的交流互動,以探討他對於加拿大華人歷史的貢獻以及對後世的影響,並成為見證歷史關鍵的重要樞紐。
Huang Zunxian (1848-1905), a distinguished late Qing dynasty poet, diplomat, politician, and educator, served as the Chinese Consul General in San Francisco from 1882 to July 1885. This study, grounded in official reports, news articles, correspondence manuscripts to the Victoria Chinese Benevolent Association, and related official documents, delves into Huang Zunxian's engagements during his tenure and their implications for early Chinese immigrants in Canada. Actively advocating for the rights of Chinese overseas immigrants and making multiple visits to Victoria, Huang Zunxian garnered profound respect within the Chinese community. Examining the contextual framework, including Huang Zunxian's interactions and influence, this research illuminates his pioneering role in Canadian Chinese history and his enduring impact on subsequent generations. The study underscores Huang Zunxian's significance in contributing to the cultural heritage and development of the Canadian Chinese community. By exploring the intersections between diplomatic initiatives and the experiences of early Chinese immigrants in Canada, this research enriches our understanding of Huang Zunxian's multifaceted contributions, offering valuable insights into this historical period. |