Convert yard to mile (Roman)
Please provide values below to convert yard [yd] to mile (Roman) [mi (Roman)], or Convert mile (Roman) to yard.
How to Convert Yard to Mile (Roman)
1 yd = 0.000617919670442842 mi (Roman)
Example: convert 15 yd to mi (Roman):
15 yd = 15 × 0.000617919670442842 mi (Roman) = 0.00926879505664264 mi (Roman)
Yard to Mile (Roman) Conversion Table
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Yard
A yard is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement, equal to 3 feet or 36 inches.
History/Origin
The origin of the yard is uncertain, but it is believed to have been derived from the length of a man's belt or girdle. The yard was standardized as part of the English (and later British Imperial) system of units.
Current Use
The yard is commonly used for measuring land, in some sports like American football and golf, and for selling fabric.
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.