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saalweachter
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The metre originated in the French Revolution
Hey, don't blame us for Britain going stone-mad after the Revolution and redefining all of their units in crazy ways. We weren't a part of it.
Now, choosing wine gallons as our standard gallon, that might deserve a little blame.
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Now, choosing wine gallons as our standard gallon, that might deserve a little blame.