Back on this day in 1797, the first parachute jump on record took place
Published on Oct 22, 2026, 9:24:50 AM
Total time: 00:01:04
Published on Oct 22, 2026, 9:24:50 AM
Total time: 00:01:04
In Paris, a man was inspired by his time spent in prison to attach a large canopy to a basket with suspension lines and use it as a parachute. He also used a helium balloon to rise up into the air before cutting the line and descending uninjured.
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