NEW YORK: DRAFT RIOTS 1863. The mob sacking a drug store on Second Avenue during the New York City Draft Riots of 13-16 July 1863: contemporary colored engraving

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NEW YORK: DRAFT RIOTS 1863. The mob sacking a drug store on Second Avenue during the New York City Draft Riots of 13-16 July 1863: contemporary colored engraving

NEW YORK: DRAFT RIOTS 1863.
The mob sacking a drug store on Second Avenue during the New York City Draft Riots of 13-16 July 1863: contemporary colored engraving

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1863 Chaos Crime Danger Destruction Draft Draft Riot Looting Manhattan Protester Riot Sack Sacking Thief Vandalism

EDITORS COMMENTS
This vividly colored engraving captures the chaos and destruction that unfolded on the streets of New York City during the infamous Draft Riots of 1863. The image showcases a mob in action, sacking a drug store located on Second Avenue. As tensions ran high during this period, discontented citizens took to the streets to protest against conscription for the Civil War. The scene is filled with an unsettling sense of danger and lawlessness. Men from all walks of life can be seen participating in this act of vandalism and looting. The North versus Middle class divide becomes apparent as protesters clash with authority figures, resulting in widespread crime and disorder. The artist's attention to detail highlights both the intensity and desperation that characterized these riots. Smoke billows from burning buildings while shattered glass litters the street, symbolizing not only physical damage but also societal unrest. This print serves as a powerful reminder of a dark chapter in American history when civil war tore at the fabric of society, pitting neighbor against neighbor. It invites viewers to reflect upon how social upheaval can lead to acts driven by frustration, anger, and despair. As we gaze upon this historical artifact today, it stands as a testament to human resilience amidst chaos while urging us never to forget our past struggles for justice and equality.

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