André Citroën
André Citroën | |
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André Citroën on an ocean voyage | |
| Born | André-Gustave Citroën 5 February 1878 |
| Died | 3 July 1935 (aged 57) Paris, France |
| Nationality | French |
| Occupation(s) | Business, engineering |
| Known for | Founder of Citroën |
| Relatives | Alfred Lindon (brother in law) |
André-Gustave Citroën (French: [ɑ̃dʁe ɡystav sitʁɔɛn]; 5 February 1878 – 3 July 1935) was a French industrialist and the founder of French automaker Citroën. He is also remembered for his application of double helical gears.