"I can remember when I first went into the Himalayan area way back in 1951. Money, for instance, was not important at all to the local people. But now, finance has become just as important to them as it is to us, and this is a change maybe not for the better."
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Sir Edmund Hillary, born on July 20, 1919, in Auckland, New Zealand, was a pioneering mountaineer and philanthropist renowned for being one of the first two individuals to reach the summit of Mount Everest on May 29, 1953, alongside Tenzing Norgay. His relentless spirit and adventurous heart not only propelled him to the world’s highest peak but also inspired generations to embrace exploration and resilience. Beyond his climbing feats, Hillary dedicated much of his life to the welfare of the Sherpa people, leaving an enduring legacy of compassion and courage.
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"Good planning is important. I've also regarded a sense of humor as one of the most important things on a big expedition. When you're in a difficult or dangerous situation, or when you're depressed about the chances of success, someone who can make you laugh eases the tension."
Edmund Hillary"Nobody climbs mountains for scientific reasons. Science is used to raise money for the expeditions, but you really climb for the hell of it."
Edmund Hillary"I think it all comes down to motivation. If you really want to do something, you will work hard for it."
Edmund Hillary"My most important projects have been the building and maintaining of schools and medical clinics for my dear friends in the Himalaya and helping restore their beautiful monasteries, too."
Edmund Hillary