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NEW YORK: DRAFT RIOTS, 1863. Destruction of the Provost Marshals office on Third Avenue 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. Destruction of the Provost Marshals office on Third Avenue during the New York City Draft Riots of 13-16 July 1863. Contemporary American wood engraving
NEW YORK: DRAFT RIOTS, 1863.
Destruction of the Provost Marshals office on Third Avenue during the New York City Draft Riots of 13-16 July 1863. Contemporary American wood engraving
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Media ID 7594453
1863 Attack Burn Destruction Draft Draft Riot Manhattan Off Ice Placard Protester Provost Marshal Riot Ruin Ruins Sign Smoke Vandalism
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This powerful print captures the chaos and destruction that unfolded during the New York City Draft Riots of 1863. The image showcases the aftermath of an attack on the Provost Marshals office located on Third Avenue. A contemporary American wood engraving, this artwork vividly portrays the intensity and violence that consumed the city during those fateful days in July. The scene is one of utter devastation, with smoke billowing from a building reduced to ruins. The streets are filled with men and women, some protesting against the draft while others join in acts of vandalism and rioting. The placard held by a protester serves as a symbol of their discontentment with conscription during the Civil War. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness firsthand how tensions escalated into mob mentality as buildings were set ablaze and structures were torn down. It is a haunting reminder of how civil unrest can grip even the most bustling metropolis like New York City. As we reflect upon this historical event, it serves as a stark reminder of our nation's turbulent past and highlights both the strength and fragility inherent within society. This print allows us to connect with history on a visceral level, reminding us that progress often comes at great cost.
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