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When did Americans probably begin exchanging hand-made valentines?
When did Americans probably begin exchanging hand-made valentines?
Who is known as the 'Mother of the Valentine'?
Who is known as the 'Mother of the Valentine'?
What material did Esther A. Howland use to make her elaborate valentines?
What material did Esther A. Howland use to make her elaborate valentines?
According to Hallmark, how many Valentine’s Day cards are estimated to be sent each year?
According to Hallmark, how many Valentine’s Day cards are estimated to be sent each year?
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Who declared February 14 as St. Valentine's Day?
Who declared February 14 as St. Valentine's Day?
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Which English poet first recorded St. Valentine's Day as a day of romantic celebration in his 1375 poem?
Which English poet first recorded St. Valentine's Day as a day of romantic celebration in his 1375 poem?
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When were written valentine's first believed to appear?
When were written valentine's first believed to appear?
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Who is believed to have composed a valentine note for Catherine of Valois?
Who is believed to have composed a valentine note for Catherine of Valois?
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Why did Emperor Claudius II outlaw marriage for young men?
Why did Emperor Claudius II outlaw marriage for young men?
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What were the consequences of Valentine's decision to defy the decree of Emperor Claudius II?
What were the consequences of Valentine's decision to defy the decree of Emperor Claudius II?
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What is suggested by the legend of Valentine sending the first 'valentine' greeting?
What is suggested by the legend of Valentine sending the first 'valentine' greeting?
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What do the stories about Valentine emphasize?
What do the stories about Valentine emphasize?
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