Jean-Pierre Blanchard
Pioneer of balloon flight invention
Born
July 4th, 1753
271 years ago
Died
March 7th, 1809
216 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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Inventor and aeronaut, played a key role in advancing balloon flight in the late 18th century. Conducted the first successful manned flight in the United States in 1793, launching from Philadelphia. Collaborated with various scientists and made significant contributions to aerial navigation. Developed different types of balloons and contributed to public demonstrations that popularized ballooning in Europe and America.
Conducted the first manned flight in the US
Developed multiple balloon designs
Popularized ballooning through public demonstrations
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