The Meaning Behind 10 of the Most Common Wedding Traditions
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Now known for writing witty-yet-meaningful speeches and planning "epic" stag dos, the best man is the groom's right-hand man. But back in the day (it's thought to have originated with the Germanic Goths of the 16th century), he was chosen for his strength and ability to fight off scorned suitors, attackers — and even disapproving fathers — who might try to kidnap the bride to stop the wedding from taking place. Oh, and if the bride was getting cold feet — he'd be sent to kidnap her.