Episode 146 - The Measure Of A Place
Have you ever been curious about the measures we …
The Natural Curiosity Project · Dr. Steven Shepard
November 15, 202113m 18s
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Show Notes
Have you ever been curious about the measures we use to track size and length? Have you wondered what a chain, furlong, hectare, or for that matter, actually are? It turns out that they have fascinating histories--going back to colonial America. Have a listen and enjoy. And thank you!