Convert 500 League to Long reed: 500 League in Long reed
This calculator allows you to convert from League to Long reed and in a reverse direction. To convert from League to Long reed, enter the amount of League into the first input and to convert from Long reed to League, enter the amount of Long reed into the second input.
Every 1 League = 1508.5714285714 Long reed
and so, 500 League = 500 multiplied by 1508.5714285714 = 754285.7142857 Long reed.
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.