How to Convert Nautical Measurements

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Now you'll be able to convert "20,000 leagues under the sea" into feet, knots and other nautical measurements.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Six feet equal 1 fathom.
Step2
Approximately 1,000 fathoms equal 1 nautical mile, or knot.
Step3
Three nautical miles or knots equal 1 league.

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