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Alison Jane Hargreaves - British mountain climber
" Alison Jane Hargreaves 1962 - 1995 was a British mountain climber. Her accomplishments included scaling Mount Everest alone, without supplementary oxygen or support from a Sherpa team, in 1995. She soloed all the great north faces of the Alps in a single season-a first for any climber. This feat included climbing the difficult north face of the Eiger in the Alps, in 1988. Hargreaves also climbed 6, 812-metre (22, 349 ft) Ama Dablam in Nepal.In 1995, Hargreaves intended to climb the three highest mountains in the world-Mount Everest, K2, and Kangchenjunga-unaided. On 13 May 1995, she reached the summit of Everest without the aid of Sherpas or bottled oxygen; on 13 August, she died while descending from the summit of K2" Date: 1992
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Media ID 19535427
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1992 Alison Alps Climber Dunn Eiger Everest Hargreaves Jane Mountaineering Philip Summit Kangchenjunga
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the thrill of adventure with our stunning photographic print of Alison Jane Hargreaves, the British mountain climber who made history by scaling Mount Everest alone. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Hargreaves' determination and courage as she conquered the world's highest peak without supplementary oxygen or support from a Sherpa team. Bring this inspiring moment into your home or office and relive the awe-inspiring story of this remarkable woman with each glance. Order now and add a touch of adventure to your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.9cm x 25.4cm (7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Alison Hargreaves: A British Mountain Climbing Pioneer (1962-1995) This photograph showcases Alison Hargreaves, a British mountain climber, in her element as she ascends the rugged terrain of the Alps. Hargreaves was a trailblazer in the world of mountaineering, achieving remarkable feats that left an indelible mark on the history of the sport. Born in 1962, Hargreaves' climbing career was marked by a relentless pursuit of challenges. In 1988, she made history by soloing all the great north faces of the Alps in a single season, an accomplishment that had never been achieved before. Among her most notable climbs were the challenging north face of the Eiger in the Alps, which she scaled in 1988. In 1995, Hargreaves set her sights on even greater heights, aiming to climb the three highest mountains in the world - Mount Everest, K2, and Kangchenjunga - unaided. On May 13, 1995, she reached the summit of Everest without the aid of Sherpas or bottled oxygen, becoming the first woman to do so without supplementary oxygen. Tragically, on August 13, she lost her life while descending from the summit of K2. This image, captured in 1992, captures the determination and focus of a woman who pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible in the realm of mountain climbing. Hargreaves' legacy continues to inspire mountaineers and adventurers around the world, reminding us of the power of human resilience and the allure of the mountains.
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