The largest civil disturbance of the nineteenth century occurred in New York City in early July 1863, as

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The largest civil disturbance of the nineteenth century occurred in New York City in early July 1863 when workers opposed to the draft rioted for three days. The Draft Riots were sparked by anger over the Enrollment Act, which made it mandatory for men to join the Union army and fight in the Civil War, regardless of their social class or personal beliefs. The riots resulted in the deaths of around 120 people and widespread destruction of property, including the burning of the Colored Orphan Asylum.

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