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Edmond Hoyle – He Made the Rules
Edmond Hoyle (1672-1769), also known as Edmund Hoyle, was a gentleman and writer best known as an expert on the rules and playing strategies of card games. The well-known phrase “according to Hoyle” became part of the language as a … Continue reading →
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Tagged according to hoyle, barrister, board games, bridge, card games, Edmond Hoyle, England, Hoyle's rules, London, poker, whist
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Bad news – Mom said we’re not related
I loved school and always scored excellent grades in History classes. I didn’t care if it was American or World History, I loved anything to do with famous people and events from the past. During my studies I always had … Continue reading →
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Tagged according to hoyle, American History, American Revolution, Civil War, Edmond Hoyle, English history, George Washington, Robert E Lee
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