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On the History of Doppelkopf
Not much is known about the exact history of Doppelkopf (Double Sheepshead) except that it was primarily played in the German-speaking areas of Europe.
One supposes that it came from the game of Sheepshead. Doppelkopf was created when the card pack used for Sheepshead was doubled and the 7s and 8s omitted.
One thing that is certain is that there are a variety of game variations, some more sensible, some less. The German Doppelkopf Association (Deutsche Doppelkopf-Verband) was founded in 1982 in an attempt to unify and standardize the game in the face of this multiplicity of options. More and more Doppelkopf clubs are affiliating with the national association. For this reason, the official rules form the basis for this software. We also include the most popular variations for your enjoyment.
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