The archival record of 1914
376
passenger files
1914
primary records
50+
oral histories
Verified historical papers and personal narratives accessible for researchers, educators, and descendants.
Passenger Registries
Legal Petitions
Oral Histories
Detailed manifests documenting the individuals aboard the Komagata Maru, featuring immigration logs and personal data.
Primary court papers, legal briefs, and correspondence concerning the vessel's arrival in Vancouver harbour.
First-hand accounts and family recordings tracing the generational impact on South Asian Canadian communities.
The 376 passengers
In the spring of 1914, the SS Komagata Maru arrived in Vancouver from Hong Kong, carrying 376 passengers seeking entry under British subject rights. The ensuing months of legal challenges and community mobilization remain a defining chapter in Canadian civil rights history.
By remembering the passengers of 1914 with dignity, we build a foundation of empathy for every newcomer arriving today.
Archival preservation mandate
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