The library of games I’m using this term in my History Through Board Games course. #wargaming #boardgames #gamingthepast #gamesineducatiin #tabletopgames #GamesForLearning #HistoryGames
December 11, 2025 at 11:25 PM
The library of games I’m using this term in my History Through Board Games course. #wargaming #boardgames #gamingthepast #gamesineducatiin #tabletopgames #GamesForLearning #HistoryGames
#HobbyGamesRecce
Concise, well-designed #wargames and #boardgames prove ideal #GamesForLearning. Their compact format makes them easier to learn and quick to play, with plenty of time afterward for discussion about player choices, the course of the game, rules problems, and thematic issues.
Concise, well-designed #wargames and #boardgames prove ideal #GamesForLearning. Their compact format makes them easier to learn and quick to play, with plenty of time afterward for discussion about player choices, the course of the game, rules problems, and thematic issues.
Short Games, Multiple Plays
“ Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” — Vincent Van Gogh Over the years my taste in games has skewed mo...
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March 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
Concise, well-designed #wargames and #boardgames prove ideal #GamesForLearning. Their compact format makes them easier to learn and quick to play, with plenty of time afterward for discussion about player choices, the course of the game, rules problems, and thematic issues.
Concise, well-designed #wargames and #boardgames prove ideal #GamesForLearning. Their compact format makes them easier to learn and quick to play, with plenty of time afterward for discussion about player choices, the course of the game, rules problems, and thematic issues.
🎲 What keeps us coming back to a game? (Hint: it’s not just fun.) In this episode of Experience Points, I break down what player engagement really means — and how it applies to learning, design, and more. 🎧 youtu.be/x_z9J6RO45s?... #gamedev #gamesforlearning #seriousgames
What is Player Engagement?
YouTube video by Experience Points
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September 23, 2025 at 7:50 PM
🎲 What keeps us coming back to a game? (Hint: it’s not just fun.) In this episode of Experience Points, I break down what player engagement really means — and how it applies to learning, design, and more. 🎧 youtu.be/x_z9J6RO45s?... #gamedev #gamesforlearning #seriousgames
Always encouraged to see designers, gamers, and institutions working together to merge #GamesForLearning.
A training provider has contacted me for a TTRPG session for an overnight school activity astronomy event at an observatory in Pulau Pinang.
Do I run a regular game with fantasy PCs with astronomy elements? Should the PCs be astronomers/astrophysicists? Should they be in space?
Do I run a regular game with fantasy PCs with astronomy elements? Should the PCs be astronomers/astrophysicists? Should they be in space?
November 10, 2024 at 2:46 PM
Always encouraged to see designers, gamers, and institutions working together to merge #GamesForLearning.
Nothing formal. I blogged about my process for this particular event/battle at Hobby Games Recce (search "Battle of Great Bridge"). Most of my #GamesForLearning events are individually designed for specific audiences/venues. Been considering writing something general about processes...someday.
September 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Nothing formal. I blogged about my process for this particular event/battle at Hobby Games Recce (search "Battle of Great Bridge"). Most of my #GamesForLearning events are individually designed for specific audiences/venues. Been considering writing something general about processes...someday.
If you work in the secondary education space (and beyond) this amazingly affordable workshop can help you develop ideas for integrating #GamesForLearning in your classroom. Plus a new book to offer further inspiration and guidance from a pioneer in the field.
Friends,
Cincinnati Country Day School, is hosting a led-by-me workshop for educators on researching & designing problem space boardgames for classes, Sat. Oct. 3rd. For $20 registration, you get a copy of my new book too. Grateful for spreading word.
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Cincinnati Country Day School, is hosting a led-by-me workshop for educators on researching & designing problem space boardgames for classes, Sat. Oct. 3rd. For $20 registration, you get a copy of my new book too. Grateful for spreading word.
events.veracross.com/ccds/96-Gaming
July 21, 2026 at 8:16 PM
If you work in the secondary education space (and beyond) this amazingly affordable workshop can help you develop ideas for integrating #GamesForLearning in your classroom. Plus a new book to offer further inspiration and guidance from a pioneer in the field.
If you use games in education, enjoy history games, or feel #GamesForLearning have a place, follow Jeremiah McCall for insights and inspiration using games in the classroom and the #HistoricalProblemSpace as a foundation for designing and analyzing games.
In a big leap of bootstrapped self confidence (with misgivings) #WhatAGameDevLooksLike.
50-something high school history teacher and history book writer. I design history boardgames for my students; when solid enough prototypes, I share print & plays for others to enjoy, in & out of classes
50-something high school history teacher and history book writer. I design history boardgames for my students; when solid enough prototypes, I share print & plays for others to enjoy, in & out of classes
March 12, 2026 at 12:36 PM
If you use games in education, enjoy history games, or feel #GamesForLearning have a place, follow Jeremiah McCall for insights and inspiration using games in the classroom and the #HistoricalProblemSpace as a foundation for designing and analyzing games.
#HobbyGamesRecce
Like any media based on #history, games can portray broad events as well as more relatable personal stories. When using #GamesForLearning we can gain a more empathetic perspective of those who lived through that history and rose to the challenges imposed upon them.
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Like any media based on #history, games can portray broad events as well as more relatable personal stories. When using #GamesForLearning we can gain a more empathetic perspective of those who lived through that history and rose to the challenges imposed upon them.
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The Personal View of Sweeping Events
“ There are many truths of which the full meaning cannot be realized until personal experience has brought it home.” — John Stuart Mill ...
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May 12, 2026 at 8:11 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
Like any media based on #history, games can portray broad events as well as more relatable personal stories. When using #GamesForLearning we can gain a more empathetic perspective of those who lived through that history and rose to the challenges imposed upon them.
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Like any media based on #history, games can portray broad events as well as more relatable personal stories. When using #GamesForLearning we can gain a more empathetic perspective of those who lived through that history and rose to the challenges imposed upon them.
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Wish I had opportunities like this when I was in college. Serious simulation gaming and #wargames weren’t considered #GamesForLearning in my time (and at some levels/fields still aren’t). At least my cousin found @rexbrynen.bsky.social's course challenging and engaging.
Another year of conflict simulation at McGill
The term is over, grading is done, and it’s time to look back at the 2025 edition of POLI 452 (Conflict Simulation) at McGill University. The class, as usual, consisted of forty undergraduate students: this time, 26 women and 14 men. Course performance…
The term is over, grading is done, and it’s time to look back at the 2025 edition of POLI 452 (Conflict Simulation) at McGill University. The class, as usual, consisted of forty undergraduate students: this time, 26 women and 14 men. Course performance…
Another year of conflict simulation at McGill
The term is over, grading is done, and it’s time to look back at the 2025 edition of POLI 452 (Conflict Simulation) at McGill University. The class, as usual, consisted of forty undergraduate students: this time, 26 women and 14 men. Course performance was assessed through a series of midterm quizzes, a final exam, “simulation activity credits” (games and game-related events), and, of course, a serious gaming project.
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May 6, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Wish I had opportunities like this when I was in college. Serious simulation gaming and #wargames weren’t considered #GamesForLearning in my time (and at some levels/fields still aren’t). At least my cousin found @rexbrynen.bsky.social's course challenging and engaging.
#HobbyGamesRecce
Inspired by an old Osprey Illustrated Military Diary, I consider the possibility of running a historical #wargame each week, coinciding with a notable event one could explore through simulation...including event and game suggestions.
#GamesForLearning #GamingThePast #HistoryGames
Inspired by an old Osprey Illustrated Military Diary, I consider the possibility of running a historical #wargame each week, coinciding with a notable event one could explore through simulation...including event and game suggestions.
#GamesForLearning #GamingThePast #HistoryGames
Wargame Calendar Challenge
“ Human history becomes more and more a race between education and catastrophe.” — H.G. Wells One of the perks of my time working at West ...
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November 18, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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Inspired by an old Osprey Illustrated Military Diary, I consider the possibility of running a historical #wargame each week, coinciding with a notable event one could explore through simulation...including event and game suggestions.
#GamesForLearning #GamingThePast #HistoryGames
Inspired by an old Osprey Illustrated Military Diary, I consider the possibility of running a historical #wargame each week, coinciding with a notable event one could explore through simulation...including event and game suggestions.
#GamesForLearning #GamingThePast #HistoryGames
If you work with #GamesForLearning -- especially games about history -- @gamingthepast.bsky.social has done some amazing work to inform and inspire. And he offers his resources free online. Whether your're a dabbler or expert, it's a treasure trove of material.
Hi friends
Got email from interested & excited in-my-work academic and educator (saw Beyond Solitaire Podcast). Love these!
I may or may'nt be many things, but my claim to be authentic is demonstrably true. I'll happily go to great length to share my work & help you 1/ (resource🧵)
#gamingthepast
Got email from interested & excited in-my-work academic and educator (saw Beyond Solitaire Podcast). Love these!
I may or may'nt be many things, but my claim to be authentic is demonstrably true. I'll happily go to great length to share my work & help you 1/ (resource🧵)
#gamingthepast
February 10, 2026 at 2:42 PM
If you work with #GamesForLearning -- especially games about history -- @gamingthepast.bsky.social has done some amazing work to inform and inspire. And he offers his resources free online. Whether your're a dabbler or expert, it's a treasure trove of material.
Schweig Introduction...Welcome
I’m Peter Schweighofer, writer, editor, game designer and player (#TTRPG, #Wargames, various #BoardGames). Father, husband, cook. Advocate of #GamesForLearning. Like anyone I have a bit more depth and diverse interests, but these are a solid start. 1/5
I’m Peter Schweighofer, writer, editor, game designer and player (#TTRPG, #Wargames, various #BoardGames). Father, husband, cook. Advocate of #GamesForLearning. Like anyone I have a bit more depth and diverse interests, but these are a solid start. 1/5
November 13, 2024 at 3:26 PM
Schweig Introduction...Welcome
I’m Peter Schweighofer, writer, editor, game designer and player (#TTRPG, #Wargames, various #BoardGames). Father, husband, cook. Advocate of #GamesForLearning. Like anyone I have a bit more depth and diverse interests, but these are a solid start. 1/5
I’m Peter Schweighofer, writer, editor, game designer and player (#TTRPG, #Wargames, various #BoardGames). Father, husband, cook. Advocate of #GamesForLearning. Like anyone I have a bit more depth and diverse interests, but these are a solid start. 1/5
#HobbyGamesRecce
Good things come in small packages; Battle Box: Napoleonic Wars is no exception. A compact yet engaging historical wargame, hearkening back to the Kriegsspiel days, with rules and options encouraging all the strategy of a big-box game.
#Wargames #HistoryGames #GamesForLearning
Good things come in small packages; Battle Box: Napoleonic Wars is no exception. A compact yet engaging historical wargame, hearkening back to the Kriegsspiel days, with rules and options encouraging all the strategy of a big-box game.
#Wargames #HistoryGames #GamesForLearning
Packing A Battle in A Small Box
“ Though she be but little, she is fierce.” — William Shakespeare A package recently arrived with a wonderful little game in a small tin:...
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April 28, 2026 at 9:42 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
Good things come in small packages; Battle Box: Napoleonic Wars is no exception. A compact yet engaging historical wargame, hearkening back to the Kriegsspiel days, with rules and options encouraging all the strategy of a big-box game.
#Wargames #HistoryGames #GamesForLearning
Good things come in small packages; Battle Box: Napoleonic Wars is no exception. A compact yet engaging historical wargame, hearkening back to the Kriegsspiel days, with rules and options encouraging all the strategy of a big-box game.
#Wargames #HistoryGames #GamesForLearning
Just went to bookshop.org to preorder my copy of Designing Historical Games for Classrooms by @gamingthepast.bsky.social (and helped support my favorite bookstore). Can’t wait to read it!
#GamesForLearning #HistoryGames
#GamesForLearning #HistoryGames
June 24, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Just went to bookshop.org to preorder my copy of Designing Historical Games for Classrooms by @gamingthepast.bsky.social (and helped support my favorite bookstore). Can’t wait to read it!
#GamesForLearning #HistoryGames
#GamesForLearning #HistoryGames
#HobbyGamesRecce
I fear I am giving in to the common stereotype of the gamer who tinkers and rewrites rules to suit his own urges. Am I justified in wanting to design yet another miniature #wargame rule set to encourage kids and newcomers to use #GamesForLearning about #history?
I fear I am giving in to the common stereotype of the gamer who tinkers and rewrites rules to suit his own urges. Am I justified in wanting to design yet another miniature #wargame rule set to encourage kids and newcomers to use #GamesForLearning about #history?
Rules Tinkering & Redesign
“ History is the interpretation of the significance that the past has for us.” — Johan Huizinga Papercraft Romans awaiting a playtest bat...
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September 15, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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I fear I am giving in to the common stereotype of the gamer who tinkers and rewrites rules to suit his own urges. Am I justified in wanting to design yet another miniature #wargame rule set to encourage kids and newcomers to use #GamesForLearning about #history?
I fear I am giving in to the common stereotype of the gamer who tinkers and rewrites rules to suit his own urges. Am I justified in wanting to design yet another miniature #wargame rule set to encourage kids and newcomers to use #GamesForLearning about #history?
#HobbyGamesRecce
My son’s high school lets out on Thursday. We’ve already discussed our summertime activities, including many centered around #GamesForLearning and #history, from day trips and afternoon games to a long-term historical game design project of his own choosing.
My son’s high school lets out on Thursday. We’ve already discussed our summertime activities, including many centered around #GamesForLearning and #history, from day trips and afternoon games to a long-term historical game design project of his own choosing.
Game Aspirations for Summer
“ Man is most nearly himself when he achieves the seriousness of a child at play.” — Heraclitus A toast to summertime gaming aspirations. ...
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May 19, 2026 at 9:47 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
My son’s high school lets out on Thursday. We’ve already discussed our summertime activities, including many centered around #GamesForLearning and #history, from day trips and afternoon games to a long-term historical game design project of his own choosing.
My son’s high school lets out on Thursday. We’ve already discussed our summertime activities, including many centered around #GamesForLearning and #history, from day trips and afternoon games to a long-term historical game design project of his own choosing.
#HobbyGamesRecce
Why do I need so many games about one historical subject? #Wargames and #Boardgames on the same battle can offer different perspectives in how they model historical elements, varying our experiences and, with some reflection, making such games ideal as #GamesForLearning.
Why do I need so many games about one historical subject? #Wargames and #Boardgames on the same battle can offer different perspectives in how they model historical elements, varying our experiences and, with some reflection, making such games ideal as #GamesForLearning.
One Battle, Multiple Games
“ There is nothing insignificant in the world. It all depends on the point of view.” — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Every gamer has their f...
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March 10, 2026 at 7:16 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
Why do I need so many games about one historical subject? #Wargames and #Boardgames on the same battle can offer different perspectives in how they model historical elements, varying our experiences and, with some reflection, making such games ideal as #GamesForLearning.
Why do I need so many games about one historical subject? #Wargames and #Boardgames on the same battle can offer different perspectives in how they model historical elements, varying our experiences and, with some reflection, making such games ideal as #GamesForLearning.
#HobbyGamesRecce
Summertime excursions inevitably end in the gift shop. But where are all the games to help us further explore these engaging sites?
#HistoryGames #GamesForLearning #BoardGames
Summertime excursions inevitably end in the gift shop. But where are all the games to help us further explore these engaging sites?
#HistoryGames #GamesForLearning #BoardGames
Museum Gift Shop Games
“ Many a trip continues long after movement in time and space have ceased.” — John Steinbeck At the NASM in 2023 with my favorite Grumma...
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July 9, 2025 at 7:47 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
Summertime excursions inevitably end in the gift shop. But where are all the games to help us further explore these engaging sites?
#HistoryGames #GamesForLearning #BoardGames
Summertime excursions inevitably end in the gift shop. But where are all the games to help us further explore these engaging sites?
#HistoryGames #GamesForLearning #BoardGames
#HobbyGamesRecce
Spent Saturday running my Battle of Great Bridge #wargame demo on the site where the Culpeper Minutemen mustered 250 years ago. Despite using my very basic game system for this event, I still considered numerous other rules one might use to replay the battle.
#GamesForLearning
Spent Saturday running my Battle of Great Bridge #wargame demo on the site where the Culpeper Minutemen mustered 250 years ago. Despite using my very basic game system for this event, I still considered numerous other rules one might use to replay the battle.
#GamesForLearning
Gaming Great Bridge V: Alternate Rules
“ For me, it is always important that I go through all the possible options for a decision.” — Angela Merkel My Battle of Great Bridge s...
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October 28, 2025 at 7:56 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
Spent Saturday running my Battle of Great Bridge #wargame demo on the site where the Culpeper Minutemen mustered 250 years ago. Despite using my very basic game system for this event, I still considered numerous other rules one might use to replay the battle.
#GamesForLearning
Spent Saturday running my Battle of Great Bridge #wargame demo on the site where the Culpeper Minutemen mustered 250 years ago. Despite using my very basic game system for this event, I still considered numerous other rules one might use to replay the battle.
#GamesForLearning
#HobbyGamesRecce
Hot and humid August is back-to-school time here in backwoods Virginia, when we return to academic routines and I assess where I stand with game projects requiring my attention. Some #history and #GamesForLearning development when my other obligations allow.
Hot and humid August is back-to-school time here in backwoods Virginia, when we return to academic routines and I assess where I stand with game projects requiring my attention. Some #history and #GamesForLearning development when my other obligations allow.
Back-to-School Estimation
“ I am always ready to learn although I do not always like being taught.” — Winston Churchill My son returned to public school today, a ...
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August 5, 2026 at 9:29 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
Hot and humid August is back-to-school time here in backwoods Virginia, when we return to academic routines and I assess where I stand with game projects requiring my attention. Some #history and #GamesForLearning development when my other obligations allow.
Hot and humid August is back-to-school time here in backwoods Virginia, when we return to academic routines and I assess where I stand with game projects requiring my attention. Some #history and #GamesForLearning development when my other obligations allow.
#HobbyGamesRecce
My copy of Fighters of Europe arrived recently, perfect inspiration for exploring the #WW2 #BattleOfBritain from the “Watch, Read, Play” perspective, a means of enticing folks to explore history in media, books, and games.
#wargames #GamesForLearning #GamingThePast
My copy of Fighters of Europe arrived recently, perfect inspiration for exploring the #WW2 #BattleOfBritain from the “Watch, Read, Play” perspective, a means of enticing folks to explore history in media, books, and games.
#wargames #GamesForLearning #GamingThePast
Watch Read Play: The Battle of Britain
“ I have promised the F ü hrer that we will clear the skies and completely destroy the RAF. I expect my orders to be obeyed!” — Hermann ...
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October 7, 2025 at 6:57 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
My copy of Fighters of Europe arrived recently, perfect inspiration for exploring the #WW2 #BattleOfBritain from the “Watch, Read, Play” perspective, a means of enticing folks to explore history in media, books, and games.
#wargames #GamesForLearning #GamingThePast
My copy of Fighters of Europe arrived recently, perfect inspiration for exploring the #WW2 #BattleOfBritain from the “Watch, Read, Play” perspective, a means of enticing folks to explore history in media, books, and games.
#wargames #GamesForLearning #GamingThePast
Seems the "Serious Games Cookbook" mentioned and linked in this piece might prove a useful resource for folks using #GamesForLearning #historygames and #GamingthePast. Need time to fully read and digest it myself beyond my quick perusal....
December 27, 2024 at 3:09 PM
Seems the "Serious Games Cookbook" mentioned and linked in this piece might prove a useful resource for folks using #GamesForLearning #historygames and #GamingthePast. Need time to fully read and digest it myself beyond my quick perusal....
We need more #GamesForLearning in (upper) secondary education...and @gamingthepast.bsky.social is making it happen!
Friends, I finally get to share this & I'm so excited! Next year I will be co-leading a Ninth Grade Design Lab for all incoming 9s at Cincinnati Country Day School! The nutshell. All of our 9ths collaborate in small groups to research & design boardgames on a contemporary world issue/problem 1/ 🧵
April 30, 2026 at 3:37 PM
We need more #GamesForLearning in (upper) secondary education...and @gamingthepast.bsky.social is making it happen!
#HobbyGamesRecce
I return to my #WatchReadPlay series with a look at resources to inspire and engage interest in the Battle of Midway, a search-and-engage contest between carrier groups and aircraft that arguably turned the tide of #WW2 in the Pacific theater.
#GamesForLearning #Wargames
I return to my #WatchReadPlay series with a look at resources to inspire and engage interest in the Battle of Midway, a search-and-engage contest between carrier groups and aircraft that arguably turned the tide of #WW2 in the Pacific theater.
#GamesForLearning #Wargames
Watch, Read, Play: Battle of Midway
“ The plump silhouettes of the American Dauntless dive-bombers quickly grew larger, and then a number of black objects suddenly floated eeri...
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June 16, 2026 at 11:50 PM
#HobbyGamesRecce
I return to my #WatchReadPlay series with a look at resources to inspire and engage interest in the Battle of Midway, a search-and-engage contest between carrier groups and aircraft that arguably turned the tide of #WW2 in the Pacific theater.
#GamesForLearning #Wargames
I return to my #WatchReadPlay series with a look at resources to inspire and engage interest in the Battle of Midway, a search-and-engage contest between carrier groups and aircraft that arguably turned the tide of #WW2 in the Pacific theater.
#GamesForLearning #Wargames
#HobbyGamesRecce
Recent inspiration on fog-of-war game mechanics has me considering an #AmericanCivilWar #wargame about troop movements and reconnaissance leading to the Battle of Cedar Mountain in August 1862.
#GamesForLearning #History
Recent inspiration on fog-of-war game mechanics has me considering an #AmericanCivilWar #wargame about troop movements and reconnaissance leading to the Battle of Cedar Mountain in August 1862.
#GamesForLearning #History
Considering ACW Fog of War
“ Throw forward your cavalry, as soon as you approach your new position, to Culpeper Court-House, and carefully watch the whole country tow...
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June 24, 2026 at 7:47 PM
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Recent inspiration on fog-of-war game mechanics has me considering an #AmericanCivilWar #wargame about troop movements and reconnaissance leading to the Battle of Cedar Mountain in August 1862.
#GamesForLearning #History
Recent inspiration on fog-of-war game mechanics has me considering an #AmericanCivilWar #wargame about troop movements and reconnaissance leading to the Battle of Cedar Mountain in August 1862.
#GamesForLearning #History