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The first acknowledged feast of all the saints was in 609, started by Pope Boniface when he dedicated the Pantheon in Rome to the Virgin Mary and all Martyrs.
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During the reign of Pope Gregory, he dedicates a chapel in St. Peters, Rome to all Saints as well as all Martyrs
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The first evidence of the day being celebrated on November 1
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The first time All Saints day is recognised in an English calendar, this was in the 9th Century addition. Alcuin keeps the tradition of All Saints Day
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Pope Gregory IV orders the general observance of All Saints Day
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The whole weekend of All Saints Day-All Souls Day is recognised in England and is named Allhallowtide.