Comenius project

1. VALENTINE’S
DAY
the story
Valentine’s Day is on February 14.It is the date to celebrate love and
lovers. But what is the history of Valentine’s Day and why is it on
February 14? There are many stories and legends. Here’s one of them.
Valentine was a priest in Rome in the 3 century. Emperor Claudius was
the ruler. Claudius wanted to expand the empire. He needed soldiers,

2. but many soldiers did not want to leave their wives. Claudius was
angry and banned marriage. Valentine continued to marry people in
secret. When Claudius discovered this, he was very angry. He put
Valentine in prison. Valentine died on February 14.

4. Class 2B