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The Bread Riot in Richmond, Virginia, 1863 (litho)
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The Bread Riot in Richmond, Virginia, 1863 (litho)
PNP256386 The Bread Riot in Richmond, Virginia, 1863 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 2nd April 1863 a group of women congregated and marched on Capitol Square demanding bread, the riot escalated and was finally dispersed when Confederate President Jefferson Davis (1808-89) arrived with the Public Guard; ); Peter Newark American Pictures
Media ID 25458358
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
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The Bread Riot in Richmond, Virginia, 1863 - A Desperate Cry for Survival
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This powerful lithograph captures the tumultuous scene of the Bread Riot that took place in Richmond, Virginia on April 2nd, 1863. In the midst of the American Civil War, a group of women gathered and marched towards Capitol Square demanding bread amidst severe food shortages and rising prices. What started as a peaceful protest soon escalated into chaos and destruction. The image depicts Confederate President Jefferson Davis arriving with the Public Guard to disperse the rioters. The desperation and anger are palpable as men and women clash with authorities in their fight against starvation. The looting of bakeries symbolizes their desperate attempt to secure sustenance for themselves and their families. This poignant print serves as a reminder of the dire conditions faced by civilians during times of war. It highlights not only the physical suffering caused by food shortages but also the emotional turmoil experienced by those who felt abandoned by their government. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we cannot help but feel empathy for these rebels driven to extreme measures out of sheer necessity. Their actions reflect both their determination to survive and their frustration at being targeted by circumstances beyond their control. In this moment frozen in time, we witness an intense battle between hunger and hopelessness on one side, and authority on the other. It is a stark reminder that even within our own borders, civil unrest can erupt when basic needs are left unmet – an enduring anecdote from America's past that continues to resonate today.
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