The Great Riots of New York, 1712 to 1873

Chapter 10

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DRAFT RIOTS OF 1863.

Cause of the Riots.--The London _Times_.--Draft called a despotic Measure.--The despotic Power given to Washington by Congress.--Despotic Action sometimes Necessary, in order to save the Life of the Nation.--The Rights of Government.--Drafting he Legitimate Way to raise an Army--It is not Unequal or Oppressive.