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Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. Watch all videos

Valentine's Day Video

Valentine's Day

Who is St. Valentine? Why do we celebrate on February 14? Watch the History of Valentine's Day.» Watch Now

Valentine's Day Video

St. Valentine's Day Massacre

February 14th, 1929 was one of the bloodiest days in mob history. » Watch Now

Valentine's Day Video

History of the Valentine

From the first mail-posted valentine on record in 1806 to some of the precursors to today's valentines. » Watch Now

Valentine's Day Movie

HOW IS CHOCOLATE MADE?

Find out from the masters at the Hershey factory.» Watch Now

History of Valentine's Day

History of Valentine's Day

When was Valentine's Day first celebrated? And just who was St. Valentine?

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Valentine's Day Games

Valentine's Day Games: Dating through the Ages

Dating Through the Ages

Would you have been the perfect date in another decade?» Play Now

Valentine's Day Games: Love Match

Love Match

Pair up famous lovers from history.» Play Now

History's Romantics

History's Romantics

What do these kings, writers, and actors have in common? A soft spot for romance.

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Love Quotes

Love Quotes for Valentine's Day

Impress your loved one with famous lines from Aristotle, Lao Tzu, Anais Nin and more

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Valentine's Day Movie Guide

Movie Guide

Celebrating a quiet Valentine's Day at home? History.com brings you 15 of the best romances of all time.

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Valentine's Day facts

Did you know?

Almost 200 miliion Valentine's Day cards are exchanged annually see all facts.

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Love Letters from the President

Love Letters from the President

Read letters Harry Truman wrote to his beloved wife, Bess.

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Great Romances

Great Romances

Get to know some of the greatest couples in history.

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