André Citroën

1878–1935 (age 57)

Biography

André Citroën, born in 1878, was an engineer and visionary industrialist whose innovations revolutionized automobile production in France. He championed assembly line techniques and bold marketing, transforming mobility and making quality vehicles accessible to a growing public.

Citroën’s legacy blends technical daring with a belief in modernity, leaving behind factories and designs that symbolized the industrious spirit of his era. His contributions endure in the iconic cars and industrial ethos he established.

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