The Civil War Battle for Bread

In 1863, the Confederacy faced severe food shortages due to poor harvests, a naval blockade, and the Impressment Act, which allowed the government to seize food for the army. This led to the Richmond Bread Riot, where women, led by Mary Jackson and Minerva Meredith, protested against the dire conditions. The riot escalated, resulting in looting and arrests. The event was widely reported, affecting Confederate morale and contributing to their eventual defeat.

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