As does every other city in the world, Las Vegas has a history; in fact there are several types of histories for Las Vegas.

Before Las Vegas became a gambling Mecca it was basically a stop along the way east and west for, of all things, water, a commodity that is now in short supply.

Early attempts to turn the area into a religious farming community didn't work out very well but did establish the area as a viable place to live.

Here are some links to the history of and information about Las Vegas starting with its very beginnings to current day:

We'll start with an informative, and at times humorous, article about the days when the mob ruled Las Vegas.

This website is called "Classic Las Vegas" and concentrates on the golden era of the 50's.

Here is an unofficial but fact filled history of Las Vegas and this site is the link to the official City of Las Vegas history.

Finally we have various Las Vegas history and information links that you'll find interesting and helpful.

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