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Snake game rules - Print, Library of Congress collection. Book illustration from Library of Congress
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Print showing a game board with red, gold, and blue spaces, numbered between 1 and 122; on the board are illustrations that are numbered and correspond to the blue "starred" spaces, which are action spots, the player landing on one follows the instructions given with the corresponding illustration, and moves accordingly. At the beginning of the game is a portrait of George Washington and at the end, a rustic looking homestead identified as the "home of the Washington family."
Forms part of: Alfred Bendiner Memorial Collection (Library of Congress).
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Board games have been played for thousands of years, and they have a rich and fascinating history. The earliest known board games date back to ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, where they were played by the wealthy and powerful as a form of entertainment and social interaction. Board games have also been found in ancient Greek and Roman cultures, as well as in China and other parts of Asia. In many ancient cultures, board games were seen as more than just a form of entertainment - they were also believed to have educational and spiritual significance. Over time, board games have evolved and taken many different forms, but they continue to be a popular form of entertainment and leisure activity around the world.
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