Chess and Checkers - Worthington Publishing - In Shrinkwrap 35+ They were completely separate designs

They were completely separate designs

This full-colour book includes background

and a handful of soldiers

Contents: Random mix of 16 Marines from 4 different designs (includes a mix of shields)

There is a locomotive pictured on the back of each card

Chess and Checkers - Worthington Publishing - In Shrinkwrap 35+ They were completely separate designsThe replica of the World War 2 pocket chess set was inspired by the chess sets GI's carried with them during the war. The USO, Red Cross and many churches and charitable organizations made pocket chess sets to send overseas to soldiers and sailors. Some included checkers and tic tac toe. They were flat which made them easy to mail. The compact size also travelled well with the troops, who stuffed them packs and duffles while on the move. This small