The New York City Draft Riots - A Tinderbox!

from Let's Get Civical · host Lizzie Stewart & Arden Walentowski

In this week’s episode Lizzie and Arden examine a lesser known historical event, the New York City draft riots! Join them as they discuss the events that led up to the riots, how it quickly devolved into horrific violence, and what the aftermath and government response was. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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