The History of Sweepstakes
![history of sweeps](https://thesweepstakesguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/history-of-sweeps.png)
Sweepstakes and contests have been around for a very long time. The term “sweepstakes” dates all the way back to the 15th century! The term was created in reference to a common game where everyone placed in a “stake” and the winner thus “swept,” aka won, the stakes. Interestingly, it’s believed that King Menelaus was said to have won Helen of Troy’s hand through the casting of lots. Below is a brief history of the rise in popularity of the modern sweepstakes.
How to Stand Out
If you’ve ever entered a sweepstake or contest before, you have the feeling the odds aren’t really in your favor or to win would be a stroke of pure luck. Online sweepstakes are getting increasingly popular and actually are easier to win than the old lottery format...
What Would You Do?
If you were to win the lottery, what would you do with your winnings? Everyone has their dreams and fantasies of what they would do if they suddenly came into massive amounts of cash. If you actually came into a large sum of money though would you stick to your...
The Art of “Sweeping”
Sweeping is a term used to describe hobbyists who enter sweepstakes in their spare time. The level of commitment and organization required to be successful with this pastime is impressive. Here are some of the techniques sweepers use to win big. Volume Any successful...