Salomon August Andrée (18 October 1854 – October 1897), during his lifetime most often known as S. A. Andrée, was a Swedish engineer, physicist, aeronaut and polar explorer who died while leading an attempt to reach the Geographic North Pole by hydrogen balloon. The balloon expedition was unsuccessful in reaching the Pole and resulted in the deaths of all three of its participants.
Salomon August Andrée
engineer, physicist, and explorer
Notable For
Swedish engineer, physicist, and explorer
Salomon August Andrée's Historical Timeline
Salomon August Andrée and crew leave Spitsbergen in northern Norway by balloon, heading for the North Pole
Salomon August Andrée and crew leave Spitsbergen in northern Norway by balloon, heading for the North Pole
Associated Historical Events
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Salomon August Andrée known for?
- Swedish engineer, physicist, and explorer
- What historical events involved Salomon August Andrée?
- Salomon August Andrée was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Salomon August Andrée and crew leave Spitsbergen in northern Norway by balloon, heading for the North Pole.