When was the Parachute invented?

The Parachute was invented in 1783 by Louis-Sebastien Lenormand in France.

A fabric canopy that slows a person's descent through the air by creating drag.

Year invented1783
InventorLouis-Sebastien Lenormand
CountryFrance
Region at the timeKingdom of France
CategoryTransport

Who invented the Parachute?

Louis-Sebastien Lenormand invented the Parachute in 1783 in France.

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