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Lotteries -- An Interesting History A Proud TraditionA Long History of Good CausesThe idea of lotteries isn't a new one. Thoughout history, lotteries have had profound effects on many good causes.Lotteries first came to the United States in 1612 with the proud Virginia Lottery, which funded half of Jamestown's budget. Lottery funds were used to fight the adversities of early Virginia, such as disease, fire, and famine.Early U.S. lotteries helped fund the Colonial Army in the Revolutionary War,... [ More ]