Mr Lincoln's War

Mr. Lincoln’s War is a historical strategic wargame simulating the full American Civil War (1861–1865), from Bull Run to Appomattox, including major campaigns such as Gettysburg, Vicksburg, and Atlanta.

This edition combines two classic games — Army of the Tennessee (Western Theater) and Army of the Potomac (Eastern Theater) — into a single box, playable separately or as a full grand campaign covering the entire war.

Players command either Union or Confederate forces, managing recruitment, land and naval operations, logistics, and blockades.

Key Features

• Full strategic simulation of the American Civil War
• Two-in-one system: Eastern & Western theaters
• Combined grand campaign
• Open army building (volunteers & drafts)
• Naval warfare and blockade mechanics

Game System

Each module includes 4 short scenarios covering major campaigns, plus theater-level campaigns.

Rules are shared between both modules, with scenario-specific adjustments. The grand campaign merges both fronts into a unified system.

• Time scale: 1 turn = 1 month
• Map scale: 1 hex ≈ 2.3 miles
• Unit scale: 1 strength point ≈ 3,000 men

Box Contents

• 2 mounted maps (22” x 34”)
• 850 die-cut counters
• 10+ player aids
• 1 rulebook
• 1 scenario book
• 2 six-sided dice

Technical Data

• Players: 2–4
• Playing time: 2–6h (scenarios) / 10h+ (campaigns)
• Complexity: Medium
• Solitaire suitability: Medium
• Designer: Mark McLaughlin
• Publisher: Compass Games
• Release: 2026