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Lester Shubin

1925-09-27 – 2009-11-20

Life & Legacy

Lester D. Shubin (September 27, 1925 – November 20, 2009) was an American research chemist who developed Kevlar for the use in ballistic vests. Kevlar's use in ballistic vests was later expanded for use in all types of personal armor.

Occupation & Career

inventor

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q6531954 — wikidata View source

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