Fort Sumter: The Secession Crisis, 1860-61*

Players take on the roles of a Unionist and a Secessionist during the crisis of 1860 that led to the bombardment of Fort Sumter. Utilizing a card-driven system, they compete for control over key political dimensions that influence the outcome of the game. After three rounds, the game culminates in a final crisis confrontation, where players reveal their moves to determine the winner.

  • 2 Players
  • 20 - 40 Minutes
  • 14+ years old
  • Easy to learn

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