Greeting card companies invented Valentine's Day? Here's the holiday's history
While historians have long debated the holiday's origin story, evidence shows it predates the existence of commercial greeting cards by centuries.
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Inside the origins of modern Valentine's Day celebrations
The history of Valentine's Day is mushy. It's been linked to a 12th-century poem about birds mating, the Christian-martyr ... Her colorful cards and posters radiated her refreshing messages ...
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‘Work wife’ Valentine’s cards spark heated debate about appropriateness of workplace relationships
Valentine’s Day cards addressed to “work wife” and ... Because it’s not platonic,” one person posted. Christian conservative commentator Allie Beth Stuckey also criticized the idea ...
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The history of Valentine's Day: From its pagan origins to a billion-dollar holiday
Lupercalia was celebrated for centuries in the middle of February, eventually transforming into a Christian celebration ... that 145 million Valentine’s Day cards are sent each year, making ...
Aiken group presents Valentine's Day treats to veterans
Several Aiken County veterans recently received Valentine's Day cards and candy. Three American Legion Auxiliary Post 212 ...
It Hasn't Always Been Chocolates and Roses—The History of Valentine's Day
Across the United States and in other places around the world, Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated on February 14.