About Louis de Corlieu
Lived 1888 – 1967 (aged 78). Louis de Corlieu was a French naval officer, hydrographer and inventor.
Louis Marie de Corlieu (born 23 November 1888 in Bourges; died 19 October 1967 or 1971) in Paris, was a French naval officer and inventor of the swimfin.
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Who was Louis de Corlieu?
French naval officer and inventor
When was Louis de Corlieu born?
Louis de Corlieu was born on 23 November 1888 in Bourges.
When did Louis de Corlieu die?
Louis de Corlieu died on 19 October 1967 in Paris.
What was Louis de Corlieu's occupation?
Louis de Corlieu was a naval officer, hydrographer and inventor.
What nationality was Louis de Corlieu?
Louis de Corlieu was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Louis de Corlieu. https://biography.guide/louis-de-corlieu/
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