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Description: We will never know the full truth about the Valentine legends, although there is no doubt about his historic, romantic and of course, commercial appeal.

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It wasn't until the 19th century when British settlers arrived that Valentine's Day was introduced to North America. How the British evolved the day into a holiday is somewhat of a mystery since the Church of England broke away from the Catholic Church centuries ago. It is recorded that merchants of jewelry and perfume encouraged the celebration of love as a means to boost business in mid winter during the 18th century. Today, according to Hallmark’s research (well of course!) 193 million Valentine's Day ca

The holiday has roots in both Christian and ancient Roman tradition that has been rewritten and reexamined for generations. The original Valentine's Day can be traced back to the Catholic Church which began a feast day, said to be in honor of its patron saint named Valentine (or Valentinus). While the name of the day can be determined, it is how it has evolved that St. Valentine became associated with this lovers holiday has long been a matter of debate, and there are many stories that attempt to explain th

Legend does credit Valentine with actually sending the first valentine. Valentine was definitely one of the most popular saints in England and France during the middle ages and there is a story claiming he had fallen in love with a young woman who was his jailer daughter and had been visiting him while he was in prison. He was sentenced to death on February 14th. It is alleged that he sent her a letter, which he signed "From Your Valentine". This must have been before priests were forbidden from having “rel

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