-
Period: to
Early History of Las Vegas
-
Founded
Largest City founded in the 20th Century. Coined the nickname "Sin City"
http://lasvegassun.com/history/ -
First Casino
Golden Gate Hotel and Casino was founded in 1906.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Las_Vegas_Strip -
Gambling
Nevada outlawed gambling in 1910 but the practice continued in speakeasies and illicit casinos. By the time gambling was legalized again in 1931, organized crime already had roots in the city.
http://www.history.com/topics/las-vegas -
-
Mirage
In 1989 longtime casino developer Steve Wynn opened the Mirage, the city’s first mega-resort.
http://www.history.com/topics/las-vegas
