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February 13, 2026

7 historical events that happened on Valentine’s Day

By Michael Gryboski, Editor Friday, February 13, 2026Twitter
Pope Benedict VIII crowning Holy Roman Emperor Henry II in 1014.Pope Benedict VIII crowning Holy Roman Emperor Henry II in 1014. | Wikimedia Commons

For most people, Feb. 14 is a time to celebrate Valentine’s Day, the annual observance centered on romance, with loved ones sending out flowers, chocolates, and cards.

The holiday was named in honor of Saint Valentine, an early church figure believed to have been martyred for his faith on Feb. 14. However, in 1969, Valentine was removed from the Catholic Church calendar due to ongoing doubts over the authenticity of his life.

Nevertheless, Feb. 14 has had its share of notable historical events take place, spanning the centuries and covering topics ranging from faith to politics to organized crime.

Here are seven notable historical events that happened on Valentine’s Day.  

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