11 juill. 1863 - NYC Draft Riots
Description:
As working class people's discontent with the conscription laws increases, it suddenly explodes into a violent riot in New York City. The riot is forcefully suppressed, but clearly shows that morale is low in the North and that the public is beginning to turn against the War.
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Date:
11 juill. 1863
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 161 ans