Published Jul 8, 2022
The French Republican Calendar
Explore the bold yet ultimately unsuccessful attempt to revolutionize timekeeping through the French Republican Calendar, as Gary Arndt unpacks its origin during the French Revolution, its complex mechanics, and its enduring legacy despite societal resistance.
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