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The game of checkers, also known as draughts, is believed to have originated in ancient Egypt, but its modern version was developed in France during the 12th century. The French variant, "Dames," laid the groundwork for what would become popular in Europe. By the 15th century, the game spread to England and other countries, evolving into different regional variations.
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Who were the first people to play checkers?
Probably the people of Ur, the most ancient of civilizations, around 5,000 years ago. Games very much like checkers were also played by the ancient Egyptians and the Romans.
What started in Europe in the 1700's?
The Industrial Revolution.
How long has checkers been around?
Checkers has been around since ancient times. Specifically, one of its ancestors was the game called alquerque. This game is known to have been played as far back as 600 B.C. But its board boasted 25 squares, with each square being crossed by diagonals. In contrast, the modern game of checkers uses a 65-square board in the United States of America, and a 100-square board in Europe.
How did the Renaissance spread to northern Europe?
The renaissance spread to northern Europe by, when the renaissance started in Italy spread over to northern Europe and lands on the Middle East and Africa.
Who started a trade route between Europe and Asia in 1295?
Jeff Wiggle
Which sports is also called draughts?
I think it is called 'checkers' in the USA.
What events started the armed conflict in Europe in 1939?
The first one.
What time period was the first castle made in Europe?
Castles started appearing in Europe around 1000 AD
When did universities first flourish in Europe?
Universities started to flourish during the Renaissance.
What country was the first in Europe to experience the Renaissance?
The Renaissance started in Florence, Italy and spread from there.
How many rows of checkers to startthegame?
In a standard game of checkers, each player starts with three rows of checkers. The pieces are set up on the dark squares of the first three rows closest to each player. This setup totals 12 checkers per player, positioned on the first three rows of their respective sides of the board.
Where did the black plauge originate?
It started in Spain :) It first started in Asia, but then it went to Europe. It started up again in India in 1900's but they made a cure for it
Who started federalism?
Europe Europe
What is the difference between checkers and Chinese checkers?
The difference between checkers and Chinese checkers is that Chinese checkers are used with marbles.
Which country did gangs first get discovered?
Gangs started in Europe long ago, probably Western Europe. United Kingdom is the highest possibility.
What are Sumerian checkers?
sumerian checkers are what they are called regular checkers
What country first introduced curling?
I'm not totally sure put I think it started in Europe :)
