February 14 is the 45th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 320 days remain until the end of the year (321 in leap years). It is observed in most countries as Valentine's Day . [ 1 ]

February 14 is the 45th day of the Gregorian calendar. The U.S. Congress approved using voting machines in federal elections; Alexander Graham Bell applied for a telephone patent. Al Capone ordered the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre on six mobsters in Chicago. Famous birthdays include Frederick Douglass, Florence Henderson and Cody Deal.

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On This Day In History - February 14: anniversaries, birthdays, major events, and time capsules. This day's facts in the arts, politics, and sciences.

2024年11月19日 · Valentine’s Day is Friday, February 14! This holiday has a surprisingly dark origin. Learn more about the real story of Valentine’s Day, why Valentine was killed, and some interesting facts and folklore you may not know!

6 天之前 · Pope declared Feb. 14 as Valentine's Day in 5th Century. Pope Gelasius declared Feb. 14 as St. Valentine’s Day in 496 AD. It was not until much later, however, that the day became definitively ...

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Valentine’s Day, holiday (February 14) when lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts. Given their similarities, it has been suggested that the holiday has origins in the Roman festival of Lupercalia , held in mid-February.

2025年1月17日 · Valentine's Day has quite the history. Learn about why we celebrate Valentine's Day, the meaning of the holiday, when Valentine's Day is this year, why Valentine's Day is on February 14, and more.