On March 19, 1931, Nevada officially legalized gambling, marking a pivotal moment in U.S. history. This move transformed the state’s economy and laid the foundation for Las Vegas as a global gaming hub.
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Las Vegas transformed from a desert outpost to a global gambling hub thanks to legalizing betting in 1931, the rise of casinos in the 1940s, and the boom of lavish resorts, shaping its iconic status today.