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James W. Whittaker (born February 10, 1929), also known as Jim Whittaker, is an American climber and mountain guide. [1] [2] Born and raised in Seattle, Washington , on May 1, 1963, he became the first American to reach the summit of Mount Everest as a member of the American Mount Everest Expedition led by Norman Dyhrenfurth , alongside the ...
Jim Whittaker is a renowned mountaineer, speaker and author who reached the top of the world in 1963. His memoir, A Life on the Edge, chronicles his adventures, challenges and insights from over nine decades of American mountaineering.
Mar 15, 2012 · Jim Whittaker shares his story of climbing Everest and becoming a national hero in this article by Michael Shnayerson. Learn about his challenges, triumphs, and adventures in the Himalaya and beyond.
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Jim Whittaker is a mountaineer, adventurer and environmentalist who led the first American ascent of Mt. Everest in 1963. He also climbed K2, sailed across the Pacific, and wrote a best-selling memoir about his life on the edge.
Mar 16, 2010 · He was the first American to climb to the top of Mount Everest, the world's tallest peak; the first fulltime employee and eventual CEO of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI); and the leader of the first U.S. expedition to successfully climb K2, the world's second-highest peak.
May 17, 2013 · Jim Whittaker was the first American to plant a U.S. flag on Mount Everest's summit in 1963. He shares his stories, insights, and tips on outdoor adventures, gear, and ice cream in this interview.
Jun 7, 1999 · Tweet. On May 1, 1963, Jim Whittaker of Seattle becomes the first American to reach the summit of Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world. Whittaker works for Seattle-based Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), where he was the first full-time employee and will later serve as CEO.
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