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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 27 MIN

Everest 1953: Hillary and Tenzing Stand on the Roof of the World

from Beyond Limits: Epic True Stories of Human Physical Feats & Outdoor Adventures

In May 1953, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first confirmed climbers to stand on the summit of Mount Everest, ending a thirty-year British obsession with the world's highest peak. Their ascent marked the culmination of a meticulously planned expedition that overcame decades of failure, tragedy, and international competition.

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