19min chapter

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Dominic Frisby

The Delingpod: The James Delingpole Podcast

CHAPTER

Traditional Weights vs. Metric System

Exploring the historical context and practicality of traditional weights and measures compared to the metric system. The chapter discusses the design efficiency and challenges faced in creating a universal measurement system during the French Revolution period. It also touches on the cultural influences and resistance to metric conversion across different nations.

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