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Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which changed the Federal Legal status.
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Wealthy Men could pay teens $300.00 dollars (More than $5,500 in today's money) to replace in the Civil War.
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The riots start in New York City, and last for 3 days. (July 13-July 16, 1863)
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Some blacks were unfortunate / killed on Wednesday, July 15, as the riots reached their third day.
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Historians believe around 115 people lost their lives during the riot, including a dozen black men who were beaten.
