What Is This Tool?
This tool allows users to convert length measurements from the Roman actus, an ancient Roman unit, to the link (li), a historic English surveying unit. It is designed to help interpret and translate measurements found in historical land and property records.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter a value in Roman actus to convert.
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Select the desired output unit as Link [li].
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View the converted length in link units instantly.
Key Features
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Converts the ancient Roman actus to the historic English link unit.
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Browser-based and easy-to-use interface for rapid conversion.
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Supports historical and cadastral research needs with relevant units.
Examples
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1 Roman actus equals approximately 176.36 Link [li].
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5 Roman actus equals approximately 881.82 Link [li].
Common Use Cases
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Translating ancient Roman land measurements into English surveying units.
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Analyzing cadastral and property records from different historical periods.
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Restoring maps and property boundaries in archaeology and historical land surveying.
Tips & Best Practices
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Understand the historical context when interpreting converted values.
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Cross-check conversions with known land measurement documents.
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Use the tool primarily for research related to historical measurements.
Limitations
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Variations in regional definitions can affect conversion accuracy.
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Units are archaic and generally not applicable in modern surveying.
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Measurement standards for these units may have slight original variations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a Roman actus?
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The Roman actus is an ancient Roman length unit equal to 120 Roman feet, roughly 35.5 metres, historically used in land measurement and surveying.
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What is a link [li] used for?
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The link is a historic English surveying unit, equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain, primarily encountered in 18th-19th century land measurement and cadastral records.
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Why convert between Roman actus and link units?
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Conversion helps interpret and translate measurements between ancient Roman and historic English surveying units to support research and restoration of historical land records.
Key Terminology
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Roman actus
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An ancient Roman measurement unit of length equal to 120 Roman feet, about 35.5 metres, used in surveying and land measurement.
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Link [li]
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A historic English surveying unit equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain, approximately 0.201168 metres, used in 18th-19th century cadastral surveying.
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Gunter's chain
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A historic measurement tool used in English surveying consisting of 100 links, relevant to the definition of the link unit.