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Independence day is also referred to as the Fourth of July! It is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.
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Valentine's Day began as a celebration of one or more early christian saints named Valentinus in 269 A.D.
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St. Patrick's Day began as a religious feast for the patron saint of Ireland. It has became an international festival celebratiing Irish culture.
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Pope Gregory designated November 1st as a time to honor all saints and martyrs. The evening before ws known as All Hallows' Eve and eventually was called Halloween.
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Veterans Day is held on the anniversary of World War 1 to honor US veterans and victims of all wars.
