Love, Legends & Chocolate: 7 Fun Facts About Valentine’s Day!

14 February, 2025 Credit: Unsplash

It Started With a Rebel Saint

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The First V-Day Card? A Prison Letter!

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Cupid Wasn’t Always Cute

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Americans Buy Over 36 Million Heart-Shaped Boxes

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Roses Rule February 14th

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Japan Has a Sweet Twist

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Single? Celebrate "Galentine’s" Instead!

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