Seven days of climbing in February 1954 left all but one member of the French team with severe frostbite, resulting in multiple amputations.
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Seven days of climbing in February 1954 left all but one member of the French team with severe frostbite, resulting in multiple amputations.
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René Ferlet led a French climbing team to the summit of Aconcagua's south face in February 1954. The team included Lucien Bérardini, Adrien Dagory, Edmond Denis, Pierre Lesueur, Robert Paragot, and Guy Poulet. Over seven days, they faced extreme conditions. All but Paragot suffered severe frostbite, resulting in amputations for several members. Bérardini lost part of his left hand. Their ascent marked a significant moment in mountaineering history.
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Why Watch
- See the first ascent of Aconcagua's south face.
- Meet climbers who faced severe frostbite.
- Find out about Lucien Bérardini's amputation.
Did You Know
- The first ascent of Aconcagua's south face occurred in February 1954.
- The climbing team consisted of six members led by René Ferlet.
- All climbers except Robert Paragot suffered severe frostbite.
- Lucien Bérardini lost part of his left hand due to frostbite.
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Who led the first ascent of Aconcagua by the south face?
The first ascent of Aconcagua by the south face was led by René Ferlet.
What happened to the climbers during the ascent in February 1954?
All except Robert Paragot suffered severe frostbite, resulting in amputations for some, including Lucien Bérardini who lost part of his left hand.
How long did the first ascent of Aconcagua take?
The first ascent took seven days.
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