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Jean Piccard - Definition and Overview

Dr. Jean Piccard (January 28, 1884 - January 28, 1963) was a scientist and high-altitude balloonist, and several other members of the Piccard family including Jean's twin brother Auguste and grandson Bertrand are known for ballooning.

The Star Trek character Jean-Luc Picard is named after him.

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