Introducing Alice Ivers, known as "Poker Alice"

Alice Ivers, known as Poker Alice, was an English poker and faro player who 2️⃣ gained fame in the American West. She was born in Devon, England in 1851 and later moved to Virginia with 2️⃣ her family. Poker Alice became well-known for her gun-carrying, cigar-smoking, and poker-playing in gambling halls. A widow from Deadwood, she 2️⃣ turned to card games as a means of supporting herself. Although born in England, Poker Alice quickly adapted to life 2️⃣ in the Wild West and became a gambling icon.

A Career Fueled by Gambling and a Life Led in the Black 2️⃣ Hills

Poker Alice made a living by gambling and working as a dealer in gold rush towns of the Rockies and 2️⃣ Black Hills. She would often win sizable sums from her poker games, resulting in her becoming a prominent and admired 2️⃣ figure. Her gambling prowess made her a target, leading to instances of jail time, following accusations of cheating at cards. 2️⃣ However, this could not deter Poker Alice from her passion nor her financial success, with her death in 1930 at 2️⃣ the age of 79.

The Legacy of Alice Ivers: A Pioneer for Women in Gaming