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Jacques Yves Cousteau

1910-1997

Jacques-Yves Cousteau was a famous French sailor, oceanographer, filmmaker, and conservationist.

Biography

Jacques-Yves Cousteau was a famous French sailor, oceanographer, filmmaker, and conservationist.

He is known for his contributions to underwater research, including the invention of the modern scuba regulator, and for his series of television documentaries about marine life, such as 'The Silent World'.

Cousteau spent much of his life exploring the oceans and promoting marine conservation.

His legacy endures through his pioneering work in underwater exploration and his passionate advocacy for marine ecosystems..