Jean-Francois de Rozier

(b. March 30, 1754, Metz, Grand Est, France – d. June 15, 1785, Wimille, Hauts-de-France, France )

Gender: M

Rozier (1754-1785) was a pioneer of aviation, and made the first manned balloon flight on 21st November 1783. He accompanied Joseph Montgolfier on a second flight on 19th January 1784. He died on 15th June 1785 when his balloon crashed during an attempt to fly across the English Channel, a feat that had been achieved by Jean-Pierre Blanchard on 7th January 1785.

Also known as:

Jean-Francois de Rozier

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