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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.

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Did people play checkers in the renaissance?

Yes, people did play checkers during the Renaissance, although the game as we know it today was not fully developed until later. The basic form of the game, known as "Draughts," has origins that can be traced back to ancient times, but it gained popularity in Europe during the 15th and 16th centuries. It was often played by the nobility and was part of the broader trend of board games enjoyed during that period.


Who started checkers first in Europe?

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.


When was the game of checkers invented?

The game of checkers, also known as draughts, has ancient origins, with variations dating back to around 3000 BC in ancient Mesopotamia. The modern version of checkers as we know it today was developed in France in the 12th century. The game gained popularity and spread across Europe, evolving into different regional variations.


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.


Did they play chess in medieval times?

Medieval Europeans played chess, though it was really a game for wealthy people because chess pieces were expensive. It began to be played about the year 900, but was a bit different than the modern game. It developed during the Middle Ages, becoming more and more like what it is today, and was mostly as it now is by the year 1475. There is a link below.