Quote Originally Posted by Beirut
RIP indeed.

Mind you, I still have a problem with the claim that he was the first man to climb Everest. Perhaps the first recorded ascension, but considering the achievements of the ancient world, and the qualities of Everest's "indigenous peoples", I'd be surprised if it hadn't been climbed before.

This in no way takes away from Sir Edmund's accomplishments. I don't mean to disrespect him.
Get over your white guilt, hippy...

RIP Sir Edmund...