Who Did the Original Dogs Playing Poker?

The history of poker can be traced back to ancient Persia. There are references to it in the Avesta, an ancient Iranian religion text.

The game probably originated in India and China. In 1597, it was mentioned in a book by Henry Playfair.

The first documented poker game was played in 1654 in New Orleans. It was between French settlers and the Native Americans.

The French were able to win because they had better cards.

The first poker champion was a Dutchman named Jan Jansen de Groot. He is credited with founding modern poker.

He is also credited with developing the modern card game contract bridge.

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