OT: Math question

[Robert Green]

Time ran more slowly then because there were no accurate clocks back then. Plus, Roman historians were notorious liars. I'll bet motivations were greater back then, especially with the Romans being so found of crucifixion, decimation and flogging.

I can't seem to find it, but I believe some of our more elite US forces can do ruck marches that are pretty close to the Roman numbers. It's a hell of a fast pace, though and type of terrain and footwear makes a big difference. Here's one non-official site:

that says SO's should be able to do: 18 miles with 50 lb ruck sack in 4.5 hours but I know I've seen higher numbers.

-- Bobby G.

[Robert Green]

What are the top ten predictable responses to any out of the ordinary Usenet question post?

1) Look it up on Google you lazy f*ck 2) Even my dog knows the answer to that 3) Why do you want to know, are you planning a crime? 4) You're obviously a troll 5) What's you REAL motive? 6) That's the dumbest question I've ever hear 7) It's people like you that make me sick 8) It's people like you that have ruined Usenet 9) How can you NOT know that? 10) Welcome to Usenet, idiot.

I never cease to be amazed at the number of times that people welcome a new poster to the group with the most outrageously anti-social remarks. Poor Cheri comes to mind. It must float someone's boat in some way I don't quite get. As you say, one thing's clear. It bothers the bejeebers out of some people.

-- Bobby G.