Cornelis Drebbel

Dutch inventor of the submarine

Cornelis Drebbel - Scientists & Innovators born 1572
Born

1572
454 years ago

Died
Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Netherlands

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An inventor and engineer, contributed significantly to early submarine design and development. Developed a working model of the submarine in the early 1600s, which included oars and a mechanism for submersion. Engaged in various scientific experiments and innovations in England while serving at the court of King James I. Drebbel's submarine was tested in the Thames River and demonstrated for court officials.

Designed one of the first submarines

Created the Drebbel submarine in 1620

Developed an early version of a thermometer

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