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NEW YORK: ELECTION, 1864. A Lincoln and a McClellan supporter coming to blows outside a polling place in a slum district of New York City ( Five Points ) on election day 8 November 1864. Contemporary color engraving
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NEW YORK: ELECTION, 1864. A Lincoln and a McClellan supporter coming to blows outside a polling place in a slum district of New York City ( Five Points ) on election day 8 November 1864. Contemporary color engraving
NEW YORK: ELECTION, 1864.
A Lincoln and a McClellan supporter coming to blows outside a polling place in a slum district of New York City ( Five Points ) on election day 8 November 1864. Contemporary color engraving
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1864 Abraham Booth Brinton Election Day Fight Five Points Lincoln Mcclellan Place Polls Republican Party Slum Union Union Army Voting Yankee
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This print captures a historic moment during the 1864 election in New York City. In the heart of Five Points, a slum district known for its rough and tumble reputation, tensions between supporters of Abraham Lincoln and George McClellan reached a boiling point. The image depicts two passionate individuals from opposing camps engaged in a heated physical altercation outside a polling place on November 8th. The scene is brought to life through contemporary color engraving, showcasing the chaotic atmosphere that surrounded this pivotal event in American history. As the Civil War raged on, emotions ran high as citizens exercised their right to vote for their preferred candidate. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness not only the clash between these two dedicated supporters but also glimpse into the larger political landscape of North versus South and Union versus Confederacy. It serves as a reminder of how deeply divided the nation was during this tumultuous period. Abraham Lincoln's presidency represented hope for many who believed in preserving the Union and abolishing slavery. On the other hand, George McClellan's candidacy appealed to those seeking an alternative approach to ending the war. This powerful image encapsulates both passion and tension that defined America at that time – where democracy itself seemed to hang by a thread amidst fierce debates and even street brawls like this one at Five Points on Election Day 1864.
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