We recreated the January 6th insurrection through a wargame – here’s how it went

In January 2021, Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the Capitol, and four years later, he pardoned those charged in relation to the insurrection. In response to this decision, the American Vicarious launched an immersive wargame titled Fight for America in the UK, allowing players to reenact the Capitol events while confronting themes of division and democracy.

Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: In January 2021, Donald Trump supporters stormed the Capitol, and four years later, a tabletop wargame called “Fight for America!” was created to explore the events and themes of division and democracy surrounding the insurrection, inviting players to engage in strategic gameplay reflecting on that pivotal moment in U.S. history.

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