1951 Makalu expedition

GPTKB entity

Statements (54)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:expedition
gptkbp:challenges avalanches
altitude sickness
logistical issues
gptkbp:climbing_ability challenging
experienced climbers
expedition style
obtained
traditional gear
emphasized safety
gptkbp:communication effective
gptkbp:cultural_significance mountaineering culture
gptkbp:date October 1951
gptkbp:duration several months
gptkbp:elevation 8,485 meters
gptkbp:environmental_impact minimal
gptkbp:expedition gptkb:1954_Makalu_expedition
extensive
published
K2 expeditions
part of climbing history
gptkbp:first_ascent not achieved
gptkbp:funding private donations
gptkbp:goal summit Makalu
gptkbp:group_size gptkb:12
gptkbp:historical_context post-war climbing era
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label 1951 Makalu expedition
gptkbp:impact_on_future_expeditions inspired future climbs
gptkbp:inspiration_for_climbers motivated future generations
gptkbp:involved local sherpas
gptkbp:leadership gptkb:Lionel_Terray
gptkbp:legacy influenced climbing techniques
gptkbp:location gptkb:Makalu
gptkbp:media_coverage limited
gptkbp:mood high
gptkbp:national_team gptkb:French
gptkbp:notable_achievements high-altitude exploration
gptkbp:notable_member gptkb:Alfred_Gregory
gptkb:Charles_Evans
gptkb:Tenzing_Norgay
gptkbp:outcome first ascent attempt
gptkbp:route gptkb:South_East_Ridge
extreme
gptkbp:significance pioneering high-altitude climbing
gptkbp:sponsorship gptkb:French_Alpine_Club
gptkbp:summit multiple attempts
gptkbp:team collaborative
international team
gptkbp:training intensive preparation
gptkbp:training_programs gptkb:Kangchung_Glacier
gptkbp:weather_conditions harsh
gptkbp:year 1951
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Hillary_and_Norgay
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6