André-Jacques Garnerin
André-Jacques Garnerin (31 January 1769 – 18 August 1823) was a French balloonist and the inventor of the frameless parachute. He was appointed Official Aeronaut of France.
André-Jacques Garnerin | |
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| Born | 31 January 1769 Paris, France |
| Died | 18 August 1823 (aged 54) Paris, France |
| Known for | Pioneer balloonist and parachuter |
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