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Edmund Hillary & Tensing
Sir Edmund Hillary with Tenzing Norgay after their successful attempt to scale Mount Everest in Nepal on 29th May 1953. The legendary mountaineer died in January 2008
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1953 2008 27th 29th Attempt Climbers Climbing Died Edmund Everest Hillary Himalayas Legendary Mount Mountaineer Mountaineering Nepal Scale Sherpa Successful January Tensing
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience the thrill of history with our stunning Media Storehouse Photographic Print of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, captured moments after their groundbreaking achievement on May 29, 1953. This iconic image marks the first successful ascent of Mount Everest, making it a must-have for any mountaineering or history enthusiast's collection. This high-quality print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings the awe-inspiring moment into your home or office, providing a captivating conversation starter and a testament to human perseverance and determination. Order now and bring a piece of mountaineering history into your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.6cm x 27.9cm (7.3" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This historic photograph captures the moment of triumph and jubilation between Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay, his Sherpa guide, after they became the first climbers confirmed to have reached the summit of Mount Everest on May 29, 1953. The iconic image was taken on the 27th of June, 1953, just a few days after their groundbreaking achievement. The Himalayan mountain, the highest peak in the world, had long been a goal for mountaineers, and Hillary and Tenzing's successful ascent marked a significant milestone in mountaineering history. Sir Edmund Hillary, a renowned mountaineer, and Tenzing Norgay, an experienced Sherpa climber, had embarked on their expedition in April of that year. After a grueling climb, they finally reached the summit on May 29, 1953. Their successful attempt came just days after another team, led by Sir John Hunt, had also reached the summit, but it was Hillary and Tenzing's achievement that was confirmed first. The photograph shows the two men, exhausted but elated, standing on the summit with the vast expanse of the Himalayas stretching out behind them. Hillary, wearing a thick parka and goggles, looks towards the camera with a determined expression, while Tenzing, in traditional Sherpa attire, smiles broadly, his eyes shining with pride and accomplishment. Tragically, Sir Edmund Hillary passed away on January 11, 2008, at the age of 88. His death marked the end of an era for mountaineering, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire climbers and adventurers around the world.
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