The draft riots of 1863 - US Civil War - Extra History

1863 New York City Draft Riots

New York City Civil War Draft Riots

The Draft Riots of 1863 - US Civil War

1863 New York City Draft Riots

1863 New York City Draft Riots

This week marks the 160th anniversary of the Draft Riots in New York City. Initially a response to unfair draft policies, a mob of working-class white men staged an attack on the state draft office. But over the course of three days, they began to specifically target Black New Yorkers, spreading violence and fires throughout the city. The mobs killed at least 11 Black New Yorkers during the riots and destroyed Black businesses and homes. After the Riots, many Black New Yorkers chose to leave the