The St. Valentine’s Day massacre was a killing of seven people on St. Valentine’s Day. Al Capone was responsible for these deaths. He sent a team of four men to kill his rival “Bugs” Moran and his men. Two of …[Continue]
History
Valentine's Day Fun: Articles and resources dedicated to the history of Valentine's day.Who is Responsible for the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre?
Before we get into who is responsible for the St. Valentine’s Day massacre, let’s talk about what it was. The St. Valentine’s Day massacre was an executioner style shooting of seven people, using sub-machine guns. It occurred on Valentine’s Day …[Continue]
How to Spell Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a holiday where you are able to celebrate in the love you have for another person in your life. Chances are this person is your significant other, spouse, partner, lover, friend, parent, child, brother, sister, etc. A …[Continue]
The Story Behind the Coming About of Valentine’s Day
Every February, across the country, there is an exchange of candy, flowers, and cards between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But many may still ask who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this …[Continue]
What Flowers Say on Valentine’s Day
Flowers have meaning, and on Valentine’s Day, when you give someone a bunch of flowers, the flowers you choose can convey a message, good or bad. Thus, understanding the meaning of the flowers you choose can help you send the …[Continue]
How Valentine’s Day Came About
Even though Saint Valentine died over 1,700 years ago we are still sending Valentines today. It seems that just as soon as the stores put away their Christmas merchandise, out comes the Valentine’s Day items even though Valentine’s is still …[Continue]
What is the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre?
When most people think of Valentine’s Day they think of love, however, in 1929, Valentine’s Day was the date of a mob-related killing now referred to as The Saint Valentine’s Day massacre. This shooting killed seven people. It came as …[Continue]
Order of Events of the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre
The St. Valentine’s Day massacre was a killing of seven people executioner style on Valentine’s Day in 1929. Let’s take a look at the order and unfolding of events that surround that day: It starts with the planning: Al Capone …[Continue]
