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Turns out the guy who beheaded 2 of his wives loves love.

14 Facts About Valentines Day That We Just Love

February 13, 2022

Turns out the guy who beheaded 2 of his wives loves love.

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No one knows who Saint Valentine was. The leading theory is that he was a priest who secretly married Roman soldiers who were banned from marrying while in the service. GRACKED.COM — Source: NPR

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Two of the most world-changing inventions were introduced on Valentine's Day. The telephone (1876) and Penicillin (1929) both made their world debut on the day of love. GRACKED.COM — Source: Constituting America

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Juliet, from Romeo & Juliet, receives thousands of Valentines each year. The letters are sent to the city of Verona, where volunteers read and respond to each letter before awarding the Cara Giulietta (Dear Juliet) prize to whoever penned the most romantic letter. GRACKED.COM

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Teachers receive the most Valentines. Romantic partners are fourth in line- behind children and mothers. GRACKED.COM — Source: Spectrio

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Source: National Confectioners Association

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Caramels are the favorite flavor in a box of chocolates. Followed by chocolate-covered nuts, chocolate-filled, cream-filled, and coconut- according to a survey by the National Confectioners Association. GRACKED.COM — Source: National Confectioners Association

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Restaurants

Valentine's Day is the second busiest day for restaurants. Mother's Day takes the number one spot. GRACKED.COM — Source: Restaurant Business Online

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Candy hearts weren't available in 2019. ME SIX MY YOU & LOVE ASK ME LOVE BU MF XOXO AOT BE YOU ROCK aus MIN HUG IQ YOU LETS When Necco declared bankruptcy in 2018 they had to sell off their iconic brands- including the candy hearts. It took another holiday cycle for their buyer to acquire and produce them for Valentine's Day 2020. GRACKED.COM — Source: Delish

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In the Victorian Era, Vinegar Valentines were sent to deter unwanted suitors. However, sometimes postmasters would refuse to deliver them as they thought they were too mean. GRACKED.COM — Source: Atlas Obscura

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Henry VIII declared Valentine's Day a holiday in England. MALE HENRICVS.OCTAVYS Aka the guy who beheaded 2 of his 6 wives. GRACKED.COM — Source: University of Toronto

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145 Million Valentine's Day cards are purchased every year in the United States. SUPER SUPER JUMBO туба JUMBO NO TOTAL GREETING CARDS - - However, Christmas beats out Valentine's Day for most purchased cards. GRACKED.COM — Source: Hallmark

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The first modern-day celebration took place in 15th century Paris. The celebration was marked by King Charles VI of France establishing La cour amoureuse aka the High Court of Love. The court was run entirely by women and dealt with matters of marriage and divorce. GRACKED.COM — Source: Quartz

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The holiday became official in 496 AD. The pope made it official to try to expel the celebration of the raunchy dead animal spanking holiday. GRACKED.COM — Source: NPR

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Valentine's Day started with the Romans. Some believe the holiday spun off of feast of Lupercalia, a festival where men spanked women with dead animal hides to increase their fertility. GRACKED.COM — Source: NPR

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