Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier

Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier was a French inventor known for his pioneering work in ballooning. Along with his brother Joseph-Michel, he demonstrated the first successful hot air balloon flights in the 18th century. Their experiments led to the launch of the Montgolfière balloon, which used heated air to rise. The first public flight in 1783 carried a sheep, a duck, and a rooster, showcasing the feasibility of manned air travel. Montgolfier's innovations laid the groundwork for the development of modern aviation and captured the imagination of the world, marking a significant milestone in human exploration of the skies.