How did Las Vegas REALLY begin?

The story of Las Vegas starts way before Bugsy Siegel came to town! Whether you're discussing the birth of the Strip or of the literal city itself you are sure to get conflicting information. This is the shortest, simplest and most true version of how Las Vegas got its start.

Part One:
Wigwams, Water and Railroads

Part Two:
Charles "Pop" Squires, "Father of Las Vegas"

Part Three:
The US Government Builds Hoover Dam

Part Four:
The Mob Infiltration of Las Vegas

Part Five:
The Birth of the Las Vegas Strip

Part Six:
Corporations and the Las Vegas Mega-Resort

The Mob Infiltration of Las Vegas

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More parts from this series:

Part One:
Wigwams, Water and Railroads

Part Two:
Charles "Pop" Squires, "Father of Las Vegas"

Part Three:
The US Government Builds Hoover Dam

Part Four:
The Mob Infiltration of Las Vegas

Part Five:
The Birth of the Las Vegas Strip

Part Six:
Corporations and the Las Vegas Mega-Resort

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