St. Patrick's Day Surprising Facts And Myths

OCEANSIDE, CA —According to the History Channel there are 7 Surprising Facts About St. Patrick's Day.

While St. Patrick’s Day is now associated with wearing green, parades (when they're not canceled) and beer, the holiday is grounded in history that dates back more than 1,500 years. The earliest known celebrations were held in the 17th century on March 17, marking the anniversary of the death of St. Patrick in the 5th century.

Here are our favorite St. Pat's Fast Facts:

• The Real St. Patrick Was Born in Britain
• There Were No Snakes Around to Banish from Ireland
• The Shamrock Was Considered a Sacred Plant
• The First St. Patrick’s Day Parade Was Held in America
• Corned Beef and Cabbage Was an American Innovation

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