What was the first modern trading card game created?

On August 5th 1993, Magic: The Gathering was released to the world as the first modern trading card game. The game was published by Wizards of the Coast and created by Richard Garfield. Magic: The Gathering is a card game where two wizards battle casting spells, summoning creatures, and use magical objects to defeat their opponents. The Limited Edition Alpha set was the first set Magic: The Gathering set ever released.