Jim Whittaker
American mountaineer
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humanities Apr 8, 2026, 11:06 PM
Jim Whittaker, legendary mountaineer and first American on Everest, dies at 97 - Jim Whittaker climbed Mount Everest on May 1, 1963, becoming the first American to reach its summit.
- He continued to influence the climbing community and outdoor retail as the former president of REI.
- His legacy endures through his advocacy for adventure and stewardship of the outdoors.
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