Hermann Buhl
Austrian mountaineer, first ascent of Nanga Parbat
Born
September 21st, 1924
100 years ago
Died
June 27th, 1957
67 years ago — 32 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Austria
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Born in 1924, a prominent mountaineer from Austria. Made significant climbs in the Himalayas, including the first ascent of Nanga Parbat in 1953, which was notable for its extreme challenges. Renowned for completing several high-altitude solo ascents and developing techniques that would influence future mountaineers. Also achieved the first ascent of the difficult Broad Peak in 1957. Buhl's approach to climbing emphasized speed and personal endurance, which shifted the dynamics of high-altitude climbing during that era.
First ascent of Nanga Parbat in 1953
First ascent of Broad Peak in 1957
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