The European peak first conquered in 1865 by English mountaineer Edward Whymper is the Matterhorn. Located on the border between Switzerland and Italy, the Matterhorn is one of the most iconic mountains in the Alps. Whymper's successful ascent marked a significant achievement in the history of mountaineering.
Edward Whymper was a British mountaineer and explorer, best known for his first ascent of the Matterhorn in 1865. He was born in 1840 to a family of artists; his father, Edward Whymper Sr., was a wood engraver, and his mother was the daughter of a well-known artist. Whymper had several siblings, including a brother named Frederick, who also had interests in art and engineering. However, details about his family life and descendants are relatively sparse, as Whymper remained largely focused on his explorations and mountaineering pursuits.
Edward Whymper was born on April 27, 1840.
Edward Whymper was born on April 27, 1840.
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Edward Whymper
Frederick Whymper died in 1901.
Frederick Whymper was born in 1838.
Edward Whymper was born on April 27, 1840.
Edward Whymper was born on April 27, 1840.
Josiah Wood Whymper was born in 1813.
Josiah Wood Whymper died in 1903.
Edward Whymper died on September 16, 1911 at the age of 71.
Edward Whymper died on September 16, 1911 at the age of 71.
Edward Whymper in July 1865 after six attempts between 1861-1865.
Edward Whymper was born on April 27, 1840 and died on September 16, 1911. Edward Whymper would have been 71 years old at the time of death or 175 years old today.
Edward Whymper