Convert ell to mile (Roman)
Please provide values below to convert ell [ell] to mile (Roman) [mi (Roman)], or Convert mile (Roman) to ell.
How to Convert Ell to Mile (Roman)
1 ell = 0.000772399588053553 mi (Roman)
Example: convert 15 ell to mi (Roman):
15 ell = 15 × 0.000772399588053553 mi (Roman) = 0.0115859938208033 mi (Roman)
Ell to Mile (Roman) Conversion Table
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Ell
The ell is an obsolete unit of length, originally used for measuring cloth. Its length varied in different countries, but it was generally around 45 inches.
History/Origin
The word "ell" is derived from the Latin "ulna," meaning "forearm," as the unit was originally based on the length of the forearm.
Current Use
The ell is no longer in use.
Mile (Roman)
The Roman mile (mille passus) consisted of 1,000 paces, which was about 1,480 meters.
History/Origin
The Roman mile was established by the Roman military and was used throughout the Roman Empire. A pace was considered to be two steps.
Current Use
The Roman mile is an obsolete unit of measurement.