For the People 25th Anniversary Edition (4th Printing)

For the People is a landmark strategic wargame on the American Civil War, placing players in the role of either Abraham Lincoln or Jefferson Davis as they guide their nation through one of history’s most complex conflicts.

This is a true grand strategy experience. You are not just moving armies—you are managing generals, balancing political pressures, controlling key territories, and deciding how aggressively to prosecute the war. The card-driven system ties everything together, representing historical events, personalities, and difficult trade-offs. Every decision matters, whether it’s launching a bold offensive, managing a fragile command structure, or dealing with unrest at home.

The Union and Confederacy play very differently. The Union must leverage its industrial strength, naval power, and long-term pressure, while the Confederacy relies on mobility, defensive positioning, and the hope of foreign recognition. The tension between military action and political reality is constant, and often unforgiving.

The 25th Anniversary Edition (4th Printing) updates this classic with refined components and a mounted map, making it the most polished version of one of GMT’s most respected designs.

This is an excellent choice for players who enjoy strategic-level wargames with meaningful decisions, historical depth, and strong replayability. It also works well solo, offering a rewarding system to explore both sides of the conflict.

Contents include: 420 counters, mounted map board, 130 cards, rule and scenario book, player aid card, and two dice.