Tom Hornbein
American mountaineer (1930–2023) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Thomas Hornbein (November 6, 1930 – May 6, 2023) was an American mountaineer who made the first ascent of Everest via the west ridge; the Hornbein Couloir on Everest was named in his honour.[1]
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Thomas F. Hornbein | |
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Born | (1930-11-06)November 6, 1930 St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. |
Died | May 6, 2023(2023-05-06) (aged 92) Estes Park, Colorado, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Education | Washington University School of Medicine |
Occupation | Anesthesiologist |
Known for | Pioneering West Ridge ascent of Mount Everest |
Spouse | Kathryn Mikesell |
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