The History Of Five Card Stud Poker
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The History of Five Card Stud Poker
Poker's origins are rich and somewhat unclear. Some believe it started in Persia, resembling a game called As Nas, and was possibly introduced to the United States by Persian sailors in New Orleans. As Nas was played with 25 cards across five different suits, similar to modern Five Card Stud, featuring hands like three of a kind. The term "Poker" likely evolved from the French "poque," which came from the German "pochen," meaning "to knock."
In the late 1820s, Poker surfaced in New Orleans, initially using a 20-card deck (A-K-Q-J-10) for four players. This version involved no draws, with players betting on limited combinations such as one pair, two pairs, three of a kind, a full house, and four of a kind. Unlike today's Poker, where a tie in the top hand (a royal flush) can occur, back then, four Aces or four Kings with an Ace were unbeatable. The game gained popularity on Mississippi riverboats, aiding its spread.
Soon, the deck expanded to 52 cards, introducing the flush. The additional cards allowed more players, and the game evolved during the Civil War, giving rise to variants like Five Card Stud. Initially, Poker involved a single round of betting with all cards dealt face down, resembling today’s Five Card Stud.
As the game evolved, professional gamblers introduced variations and rules to enhance its profitability. Wild cards, bluffing, and the draw were added around 1850, incorporating yet another betting round. Many modern Poker features, such as the draw and hands like straights and flushes, trace back to the British game Brag. Despite its evolution, Brag's modern form differs significantly from contemporary Poker.
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