Why Salt Was Once Worth More Than Gold - The Trade Routes That Built Civilizations

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Salt was so valuable it was used as currency and started wars — here's why What's the most surprising thing you were never taught in history class?

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Salt was once traded like gold —. Before refrigeration, salt preserved every meal — and every army. Empires actually went to war over salt deposits — and the word 'salary' comes from it. Roman soldiers received a salt ration as pay — that's where 'salary' comes from. Follow for more history that actually blows your mind.