The Conservation of the Chinese Language of Chinese People at Waroros Market and Ton Lam Yai Market During 1948 to 1976
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This research aimed to investigate the preservation of the Chinese language among the Chinese community in the Waroros and Ton Lam Yai markets during the period 1948-1976 A.D. This era was marked by a negative perception of Chinese identity by the Thai government and various international communities. The research sample consisted of 20 Chinese participants born before 1967 A.D. who have currently resided in the Waroros and Ton Lam Yai markets in Chiang Mai province. The sample selection was conducted through purposive sampling. In-depth interviews were employed as the primary data collection method, supported by a structured interview questionnaire. The data were analyzed by content analysis, linking the findings to the political context of both Thailand and China. The study revealed that the Chinese living in the Waroros and Ton Lam Yai markets were motivated to preserve the Chinese language during the period 1948-1976 A.D due to its essential role in various aspects of life. This included facilitating trade interactions among the Chinese community, communication within the family, the sustainability of Chinese culture and traditions, and maintaining relationships with relatives in China. Various methods were implemented to preserve the Chinese language during this period, such as sending children to Chinese schools, hiring teachers for home-based Chinese language instruction, regularly conversing in Chinese within the family, and sending children to study in China.
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