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Just like that

A brief scene Gangs of New York shows the Emancipation Proclimation taking place. Theres’s a parade going on and naturally everyone doesn’t agree with Abraham Lincoln’s decision to free the slaves. January 1, 1863 is when the Emancipation Proclimation was passed. … Continue reading

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Drafts Impose Hate

Bernstein’s New York City Draft Riots and the Virtual New York website both show the violent draft riots of New York City. The riots began after the passing of the National Conscription Act of 1863. This act was passed by … Continue reading

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