This is a double deck set of two distinct decks printed successively in 1862 and 1863. The original two decks were printed lithographically by the American Card Co. of New York. This is a reproduction, by U.S. Games Systems, of authentic Civil War era playing card decks with suits of Eagles, Shields, Stars, and Flags, and full length court figures. Hochman: Vol 1, page 218, W5 & W6 Fournier: vol. 1, page 288, #35 of North America

A Happy Families game, with Aces containing information about one American Civil War battle, Twos containing information about a second battle, Threes containing information about another battle, and so forth to kings. Each card has a black and white picture of the battle. An example is shown by the Two of Clubs on the back of the tuck box. There is one card with the same back showing the title of the deck (game) along with a black and white picture. There is another card with the rules of the Happy Families Game. There is a third card advertising other games in the series. These three cards serve as jokers. They are bridge size. The backs are bordered and one-way. The finish is smooth.