Valentine's Day Origins
The rhyme "roses are red, violets are blue" has roots in 16th-century poetry, evolving through the centuries into the Valentine's Day we know today. The 19th century saw a surge in card sending, particularly after postal rates dropped, leading to the rise of mass-produced cards in both England and America. Esther played a pivotal role in establishing the greeting card industry, while the tradition of gifting chocolates began with Cadbury's heart-shaped boxes in 1868.In this clip
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