K2 Expedition 1965

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:trail
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Bill_Tilman
gptkbp:author Achille Compagnoni: The Man Who Conquered K2
Lino Lacedelli: The Climb of My Life
gptkbp:challenges avalanche risk
gptkbp:climb_rate gptkb:Abruzzi_Spur
gptkb:handbag
mixed climbing
rock climbing
ice climbing
tents
ice axes
alpine style
oxygen tanks
stoves
fixed ropes
increased interest in winter ascents
gptkbp:documentary gptkb:K2:_The_Ultimate_High
gptkbp:elevation 8611 meters
gptkbp:end_date February 1965
gptkbp:first_ascent gptkb:Lino_Lacedelli
gptkb:Achille_Compagnoni
January 7, 1965
gptkbp:historical_context Cold War era
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label K2 Expedition 1965
gptkbp:is_involved_in gptkb:none
gptkbp:launch_date December 1964
gptkbp:leadership gptkb:Achille_Compagnoni
gptkbp:legacy inspiration for future expeditions
gptkbp:location gptkb:K2
gptkbp:media_coverage extensive
gptkbp:members 12 climbers
gptkbp:notable_event first successful ascent of K2 in winter
gptkbp:notable_for frostbite
crevasse falls
high altitude sickness
gptkbp:origin gptkb:Italy
gptkbp:scenic_views risk assessment
logistical support
safety protocols
weather forecasting
extensive training
team selection
communication strategies
approximately 2 months
successful ascent
supply management
awarded medals
route scouting
gptkbp:significance first winter ascent of K2
gptkbp:sponsor gptkb:Italian_Alpine_Club
gptkbp:team gptkb:Lino_Lacedelli
gptkbp:training gptkb:Baltoro_Glacier
gptkbp:weather_conditions extreme cold
gptkbp:year gptkb:1965