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The Shocking Error That Turned Feet Into Meters Forever: A Historical Mistake That Changed Measurement Forever For centuries, humans have relied on feet as a fundamental unit of length—from ancient civilizations measuring fields and buildings to modern-day homeowners building their dream homes. But have you ever wondered how feet became "meters" in scientific and global standards, and what pivotal mistake sealed their fate? ### The Turmoil of Units: Feet vs. Metres Long before the metric system, feet were the standard in many cultures. In medieval England, a "foot" was locally defined—slightly varying by region and fabric subtype. Meanwhile, France and other nations developed their own foot units, often different from the English one.