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NEW YORK: DRAFT RIOTS 1863. A dead sergeant on 22nd Street during the New York City Draft Riots of 13-16 July 1863: contemporary American wood engraving
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NEW YORK: DRAFT RIOTS 1863. A dead sergeant on 22nd Street during the New York City Draft Riots of 13-16 July 1863: contemporary American wood engraving
NEW YORK: DRAFT RIOTS 1863.
A dead sergeant on 22nd Street during the New York City Draft Riots of 13-16 July 1863: contemporary American wood engraving
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Media ID 7595073
1863 Dead Draft Draft Riot Manhattan Police Riot Sergeant
NEW YORK - DRAFT RIOTS 1863 - A Haunting Reminder of Civil Unrest
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This powerful print captures the grim aftermath of the New York City Draft Riots that shook Manhattan from 13th to 16th July in 1863. The image showcases a dead sergeant lying on 22nd Street, frozen in time through a contemporary American wood engraving. During this tumultuous period, tensions ran high as anger and frustration over conscription for the ongoing Civil War reached its peak. The streets became battlegrounds between rioters and authorities, with innocent lives caught in the crossfire. In this haunting scene, we witness the devastating consequences of these riots – a fallen sergeant representing both law enforcement and sacrifice. His lifeless body serves as a poignant reminder of the human toll exacted by civil unrest. The composition portrays an eerie stillness amidst chaos; empty streets bear witness to shattered peace. It is impossible not to be moved by this depiction of one man's tragic fate against a backdrop of societal upheaval. As we reflect upon history through this evocative photograph, let us remember those who lost their lives during these turbulent times. May it serve as a solemn testament to our collective responsibility in fostering unity and understanding within our society today.
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