Origin of Phrases - S
Sandwich
John Mantagu was the fourth Earl of Sandwich in 1748. Any time he could get away from his offices for an hour or two he would go out and gamble. Since his time was usually limited, he often directed a servant to bring him roast beef between slices of bread so he could eat at the gambling table. He wasn't the first eat a sandwich, but he was the only world leader to do it frequently in public. As a result, his royal title was attached to the name of the meal.