The exact inventor of Russian roulette remains unknown, but the deadly game is believed to have originated in 19th century Russia among soldiers and prisoners.
Historical records suggest Russian roulette was first practiced in the Russian army during the 1800s, where officers would use it as a form of gambling and to demonstrate bravery. 
The term \“Russian roulette\“ was popularized in Western literature through George Surdez\“s 1937 short story of the same name, which brought international attention to this dangerous practice.
While no single person is credited with inventing Russian roulette, it evolved as a cultural phenomenon that combined the Russian revolver design with high-stakes risk-taking behavior. |
