This Day in History October 22, 1797

By Ruth on October 22, 2013 in history, invention, science, science history
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early flightI was completely amazed concerning today’s feature.  It was on this date in 1797, that Andrew Garnerin made the first recorded parachute jump without a rigid frame.  He jumped from a hot air balloon as high as 8000 feet in the air.  He was the only also the inventor of the air vent in a parachute which helped to reduce oscillations.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9-Jacques_Garnerin

http://www.parachutehistory.com/eng/drs.html

http://www.yalibnan.com/2013/10/22/google-commemorates-worlds-first-parachute-jump-with-fun-doodle-game/

http://inventors.about.com/od/pstartinventions/ss/Parachute_2.htm

http://famousdaily.com/history/first-parachute-jump.html

 

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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  1. md kennedy October 23, 2013 Reply

    I saw the Google drawing yesterday morning about this and learned something new as well! Amazing.

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