How humans like to wager! We seem to be under the spell of Lady Luck, eager for the ego-boosting experience of beating the odds (and other wagers) and the allure of the quick buck, the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.Although various forms of gambling in the United States predates the American Revolution, horse racing is often considered the first form of legal gaming in the U.S., starting during the late 19th century. With Nevada legalizing gambling in 1931, Las Vegas became the iconic gaming town. During the last quarter of the 20th century, riverboat casinos and those operated by Native American tribes expanded legal gaming opportunities.
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