A box of the "American Heritage Game of the CIVIL WAR", a board game by Milton Bradley Company, intended for ages 10 to adult, with an illustration of a Civil War battle scene featuring soldiers on horseback and infantry with a backdrop of smoke and combat.

Civil War

ByMichail

Civil War

Civil War is an early strategic board wargame published by Avalon Hill in 1961 that simulates the American Civil War. The game covers the entire period of the American Civil War from April 1861 to March 1865. Unlike other games produced by Avalon Hill during this period such as Gettysburg, Civil War did not sell well and was dropped from production two years later.

Why is Civil War Popular?

Civil War is significant as one of the earliest strategic board wargames that simulates the American Civil War. It is also notable for being designed by industry pioneer Charles S. Roberts.

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Michail, a seasoned tabletop enthusiast, dives headfirst into worlds of fantasy and strategy. Whether commanding a party of adventurers through perilous dungeons or engaging in tactical showdowns on the board, Michail is the maestro of the tabletop realm. Michail's gaming table is a realm where the clatter of dice and the shuffle of cards create a symphony of strategic chaos.

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