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PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1864. Outside a polling place in a slum district (Five Points) of New York on Election Day, 8 November. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1864. Outside a polling place in a slum district (Five Points) of New York on Election Day, 8 November. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1864.
Outside a polling place in a slum district (Five Points) of New York on Election Day, 8 November. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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1864 Canvassing Election Day Fight Five Points Lower East Side Neighborhood Police Polls Poverty Riot Tenement Voting
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This print takes us back to a significant moment in American history - the Presidential Campaign of 1864. The image captures the scene outside a polling place in the impoverished slum district of Five Points, New York on Election Day, November 8th. A wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper, it offers us a glimpse into the raw realities of life during this tumultuous time. The photograph showcases an intense atmosphere filled with chaos and tension. In the foreground, we witness a mob gathering around the polling place, their expressions reflecting both determination and frustration. It is evident that emotions are running high as people fight for their right to vote amidst poverty-stricken surroundings. The dilapidated tenements lining the street serve as a stark reminder of the hardships faced by those living in this neighborhood. Police officers can be seen attempting to maintain order amid heated exchanges between citizens exercising their democratic rights. This image not only provides insight into one specific election but also serves as a snapshot of America during the Civil War era. It highlights how even amidst conflict and struggle, democracy perseveres through elections and civic engagement. Through this evocative visual representation, we are transported back to Lower East Side's Five Points neighborhood on that historic Election Day in 1864 – witnessing firsthand both hope and despair intertwining within these city streets.
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