History of Blackjack: How it Spread and How it Got its Name
History of Blackjack: How it Spread and How it Got its Name Blackjack is one of the most popular gambling games around the world. Every gambler knows what the rules are and many are aware of its different varieties. However, few people know where it originated. Its Origins Date Sometime in the 18th Century Historians are at a loss in finding documentation on the creation of blackjack. The best evidence they could uncover is that it is a popular game played in the court of King Louis XV whose reign lasted between 1715 to 1774. Blackjack used to be called Vingt-et-Un which means 21 inRead More →