January 30, 1769
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THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
André-Jacques Garnerin
inventor of the frameless parachute
André-Jacques Garnerin has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists January 31, 1769 in Paris, France.
Born
January 31, 1769
An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.
Died: August 18, 1823
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
- Birthplace
- Paris, France
- Professions
- balloonist, stunt performer, inventor, physicist, engineer
- Citizenship
- France
Incompatible birth dates
Sources disagree: January 31, 1769 (BnF authorities; Encyclopædia Britannica Online; SNAC) or January 30, 1769 (No external source identified).
The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.
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Questions people ask
Where was André-Jacques Garnerin born?
André-Jacques Garnerin was born in Paris, France.
When did André-Jacques Garnerin die?
André-Jacques Garnerin died on August 18, 1823.