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The History of Backgammon — From Ancient Games to Modern Backgammon

From the Royal Game of Ur and Sassanid Nard to modern Backgammon and online play — the complete history of backgammon in one comprehensive article.

From Ferdowsi's epic poems to bazaar coffeehouses, backgammon has always been part of Iranian life. Read this thousand-year journey.

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