Dammam is a people living on the border of China, Tibet and Nepal. Their origin and history are not clear. It is said that they are from Xu Dong, Myanmar, but this statement lacks reliable evidence. In the Qing dynasty, Dammam people were regarded as part of Tibetan, but in the Republic of China, they were designated as part of Han nationality. But this division has not been recognized by Dammam people. 1959, some Dammam people were forced to leave their homes in Tibet and come to Nepal.
They were placed in Dammam County of Nepal and classified as "stateless". Their identity and sense of national belonging has always been a complex and sensitive issue. Although Daman people have lived in Nepalese society for decades, they have not obtained Nepalese citizenship.
Nor has it received strong support and recognition from the Nepalese government. Their living conditions are relatively poor and there are relatively few opportunities for education and employment. Generally speaking, the identity and sense of belonging of Dammam people is a complex issue. Their history and origin are not clear, and their identity and sense of belonging have been changing and developing.
Dammam ethnic introduction:
Because of living environment, the skin color is dark brown. According to records, the title of Dammam people comes from the cavalry occupation of their ancestors. The Tibetan translation of "Da" means "Ma", "Man" means "Jun" or "Duo", and the combination of "Da" and "Man" means "the descendants of ancient cavalry". Living in Tibetan areas for a long time, his religion and customs are influenced by Tibetans, but he is not as devout as Tibetans. In addition, their lives still retain the remains of some primitive communes.
I have been wandering on the border between China and Nepal and China and India. I have no nationality, no land and no housing. Some people say that Dammam are descended from Nepal. 6-7 generations have been bred in Jilong Town, Jilong County, and the existing population is 184. They usually make a living as blacksmiths, carpenters, porters and handyman. In 2003, they were approved by the State Council to become citizens of China. In 2004, the government of China officially accepted them as citizens of China, and established Daman New Village, with more than 40 families. At this point, they finally have a stable home.
The above contents refer to Baidu Encyclopedia-Dammamen.