Thomas Scott Baldwin
Thomas Scott Baldwin (June 30, 1854 – May 17, 1923) was a pioneer balloonist and U.S. Army major during World War I. He was the first American to descend from a balloon by parachute.
Thomas Scott Baldwin | |
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| Born | June 30, 1854 |
| Died | May 17, 1923 (aged 68) |
| Resting place | Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, Virginia |
| Occupation | Balloonist |
| Spouse | Cary Poole |
| Parent(s) | Jane and Samuel Yates Baldwin |
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