Wednesday, March 11, 2009

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Saint Paddy's Day

Facts, Figures & Folklore About St. Patrick’s Day

Did you know that St. Patrick’s Day is the Roman Catholic feast honoring Ireland's patron saint, Saint Patrick ? The holiday is also an international celebration of Irish history and heritage.

Did you know that St. Patrick is believed to have died in Ireland on March 17, 461 C.E.? The anniversary of his death is now the day on which St. Patrick’s Day feast is celebrated.

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