Why early clocks had only one hand
Because knowing the exact minute simply wasn't necessary when your entire schedule revolved around the sun, heavy labor, and sheer exhaustion.

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History →Because knowing the exact minute simply wasn't necessary when your entire schedule revolved around the sun, heavy labor, and sheer exhaustion.

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You didn't own a pocket watch; you literally just waited for the neighborhood monks to yank a giant rope so you knew it was finally time for lunch.
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