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Sir Edmund Hillary
Born in Auckland, New Zealand, Sir Edmund Hillary (1919 - 2008) was a mountaineer, philanthropist and explorer. Together with Tenzing Norgay, he became the first climber known to have reached the Mount Everest summit on May 29, 1953.
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What did Edmund Hillary leave at Everest summit?
He left an ice axe stuck into the ground on which were attached the flags of The United Kingdom, India, Nepal and the United Nations. Much like the Americans planting the flag on the moon, Hillary planted the flag on Everest for The UK.
Did Sir Edmund Hillary scale the height 29028 feet?
Yes, Edmund Hillary reached the top of Mount Everest.
What is sir Edmund Hillary's build?
Ectomorphic. His build is ectomorphic. His jaw is long as are the hands and fingers. This is somewhat an abnormal build and its one the ladies dont usually find attractive. Whether you have climbed Everest or not...
Further, several chromosomal abnormalities have been associated with this tall ectomorphic stature, including XYY Syndrome. However in Hillary's case Id say given his other characteristics such as a humble stable temperament, that he is not afflicted with any syndrome whatsover. He also studied maths at university indicating no lack of intelligence.
Hillary was 6'5" apparently.
Where in Auckland did Sir Edmund Hillary grow up?
Sir Edmund Hillary actually grew up in Tuakau, south of Auckland, NZ.
What were Sir Edmund Hillarys parent s occupations?
They both worked as Teachers. They both worked as Teachers.
Did George Lowe climb Mount Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary?
No, only Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay did.
How did Sir Edmund Hillary die?
It is reported that he died from heart failure in Auckland Hospital on 11 January 2008.
What is Sir Edmund Hillarys mother and fathers name?
Edmund's parents were called (father) Percival Augustus Hillary and (mother) Gertrude Hillary, née Clark.
Where was sir edmond Hillary born?
Edmund Hillary was born in Auckland, New Zealand, on 20 July 1919.
Edmund Hillary died of heart failure at the Auckland City Hospital on the 11 January 2008
