🎲 The Origins of Gambling (Prehistoric Times – 16th Century)
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📅 Year 📖 Event ≈ 3000 BC The oldest known dice are excavated in Mesopotamia, marking the inception of gaming. ≈ 1000 BC Chinese bookmakers begin to promote gambling through deck cards and lotteries. -
📅 Year 📖 Event 15th Century The invention of playing cards in Europe transforms gambling into a popular pastime.
♠️ The Rise of Gambling Houses (17th Century – 19th Century)
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📅 Year 📖 Event 1638 The first official gambling house opens in Venice, Italy, promoting regulated gaming. 1700s British gaming clubs emerge, providing a venue for popular games like *brag* and *baccarat*. -
📅 Year 📖 Event 1830 The first modern roulette wheel is invented in France, enhancing casino games.
🏢 The Modern Casino Era (20th Century)
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📅 Year 📖 Event 1931 Nevada legalizes gambling, setting the stage for the growth of Las Vegas. 1978 The first electronic slot machines hit casinos, revolutionizing gambling.
🌐 The Digital Revolution (21st Century)
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📅 Year 📖 Event 2000 Online gambling begins to flourish with the rise of internet technology. 2020 Live dealer games are introduced, providing an immersive gaming experience online.
