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The history of poker is even today a matter of debate. We don’t know the exact origin of the game. Poker looks like the Persian game As Nas (as nas) and may have been taught to colonists in New Orleans by Persian sailors.

The name of the game is likely derived from the Irish word Poca (Pron. Pokah) ( “pocket”) or even the French poque which comes from the German word pochen. Even today it is not clear whether the origins of the current poker has anything to do with these games. It is sometimes considered that the origin of the game is associated with the game of primero or the French brelan, and the English game Brag. It is quite possible that all these games have influenced the growth of poker as it is known nowadays.

The English actor, Joseph Crowell, said that the game was played in New Orleans in 1829, with a deck of 20 cards and four players who would bet which hand was the most valuable.  Also, Jonathan H. Green’s described in his book the spreading of the game from New Orleans to the rest of the country via the Mississippi river boats, where the game was a common hobby.

Soon, the English deck of 52 cards made its appearance, and the flush (colour) was introduced to the rules of the game. During the American civil war, many additions were made, such as Straight.The game was further developed in the USA, and the dissemination of the game in Asian countries is attributed to Americans soldiers.

From 1970 until today a series of events made poker one of the most popular games in the world:

* In 1970 poker tournaments started with their current form. Also the WSOP (World Series Of Poker) starts in America.
* Later in the decade of the 70 ‘the first poker book was published (Super / System by Doyle Brunson).
* In 1987, community card poker games began playing in California. This type of poker quickly became popular among the players.
* In 1998 the movie Rounders is filmed, which has to do with poker.
* In 1999, Late Night Poker has Joined British television debut by making poker known  on the other side of the Atlantic.

In the 21st century, the popularity of poker is beyond all expectations with the introduction of online poker which gives another dimension to the game.

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