Convert 50 League to Fathom (US survey): 50 League in Fathom (US survey)
This calculator allows you to convert from League to Fathom (US survey) and in a reverse direction. To convert from League to Fathom (US survey), enter the amount of League into the first input and to convert from Fathom (US survey) to League, enter the amount of Fathom (US survey) into the second input.
Every 1 League = 2639.99472 Fathom (US survey)
and so, 50 League = 50 multiplied by 2639.99472 = 131999.736 Fathom (US survey).
League
What does league refer to?
League is the longest unit of length in the British Imperial system. League is no longer used although it was common in Europe and Latin America. It equals 5280 yards.
Throughout history, league had several values. Romans estimated league to be equal to 1,500 paces which is nearly 5 feet. later, league was also defined to be the distance a cannon shot could be fired at menacing ships offshore.