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What Happened During the New York City Draft Riots?
On June 11, 1863, New York City erupted in violence over the first Federal draft, the days of rioting that followed are known as the "Draft Riots"
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Abe Lincoln sent federal troops to New York City to stop riots using deadly force. He also placed Maryland under martial law.