Bowery Boys
The Bowery Boys, were a nativist, anti-Catholic, and anti-Irish gang based in New York City during the early-mid-19th century. Primarily composed of volunteer firemen, they often clashed with rival fire companies and feuded with the notorious Five Points gangs. Despite their reputation, many Bowery Boys led law-abiding lives, and their distinctive attire paid homage to their roots as firemen.
History[edit | edit source]
In July 1863, during the New York City draft riots, a violent upheaval sparked by discontent over conscription during the American Civil War, the gang were initially held back from joining in the riots by their co-leader William Varley under the advisement of the American Assassin Varius.[1] The American Templars' Grand Master William M. Tweed also approached the gang, though they quickly rejected his offer[2] especially due to his involvement with the pro-Irish Tammany Hall political organization.[3] Many gang members later disobeyed Varley and allied with the Five Points gang to stop the riots,[1] though in the chaos, they also participated in some minor looting.[3]
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Chapter 12
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Prologue
- ↑ 3.0 3.1
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