New York City Draft Riots Broadside

Dated: Saturday, July 18, 1863
Size: 14" x 20 1/2"
"STOP and THINK!" The New York City draft riots (July 11-16, 1863) began as an unruly response to the first US conscription act—mob mentality escalated it into a widespread racist massacre. That weekend, "the city awoke one morning to find dwellings, fences, and sidewalks placarded with small posters....The posters warned the rioters to beware of outraged public feeling. A most wholesome effect was produced." The man responsible for the posters was printer-become-activist, Sinclair Tousey (1818-1887). "Keep the peace and all will be well. -A Democratic Workingman."

Provenance: Norman Flayderman

Condition: Excellent. Archival conservation by Alan Firkser (report available).

Price: SOLD

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