The Underground Clocks of Paris

Get AnyDesk for free by visiting Have you ever wondered how cities kept time before the era of electronic clocks? In this video, we’ll dive into the fascinating story of the Paris underground clock system. Developed by Austrian engineer Victor Popp in the late 19th century, this ingenious system revolutionized timekeeping, ensuring that everyone in Paris was on the same time down to the minute. Join me as we explore the intricate workings of the master clock, the network of underground pipes, and the simple yet effective mechanisms of the clocks themselves, and don’t forget to stick around until the end to find out how you can win in the next giveaway. Enter to win at the link below. Short on time? Feel free to skip ahead in this video using the chapter links below. 00:00 The Paris Pneumatic Clock Network 00:51 The History of Keeping Time 02:21 Understanding Mechanical Clocks 03:08 Victor Popp’s Master Clock 04:50 Synchronizing the Clock System 06:30 Paris Underground Clock System Thanks for watching this Primal Space video. If you enjoyed it, let me know in the comments below, and don’t forget to subscribe so you can see more videos like this! Support Primal Space by becoming a Patron! Twitter: References: Written and edited by Ewan Cunningham () Narrated by: Beau Stucki () 3D Modeler: Orkun Zengin Music used in this video: Symphony of Cold Blooded - Christian Andersen Sprighly Pursuit - Cooper Cannell Un Jour Etrange - Joe E. Lee Sunset Trails - DJ Williams Time Traveller - Tellsonic Eternal Garden - Dan Henig Double You - The Mini Vandals Oceans - Bobby Renz The English Affair - Howard-Harper Barnes #ParisClockSystem #VictorPopp #TimeKeeping