Peter Durand (21 October 1766 – 23 July 1822) was an English merchant who is widely credited with receiving the first patent for the idea of preserving food using tin cans. The patent (No 3372) was granted on August 25, 1810 by King George III of England.
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21 October 1766
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Died |
23 July 1822 (aged 55)
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Zodiac | Libra |
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