5h 46min, jan 2, 1825 y - Scuba is used for the first time.
Description:
William H. James designs an underwater breathing device. Compressed air is carried around a cast iron belt along the waist. It allowed divers to remain underwater for up to an hour. This allowed divers to stay underwater for longer periods of time which furthered marine research.Added to timeline:
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5h 46min, jan 2, 1825 y
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~ 199 years ago
