K2 Expedition 1972

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:trail
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Bill_Tilman
gptkbp:challenges descent difficulties
gptkbp:climb_rate gptkb:Abruzzi_Spur
required
avalanche risk
risk versus reward
mixed opinions
mixed methods
technical difficulties
controversial decisions
international team
alpine style
significant milestone
oxygen systems
pioneering winter climbs
first winter ascent of an 8000m peak
increased interest in winter ascents
gptkbp:country gptkb:Italy
gptkbp:cultural_impact inspired films and books
gptkbp:documentary gptkb:K2:_The_Ultimate_High
gptkbp:elevation 8611 meters
gptkbp:end_date March 1972
gptkbp:end_of_life gptkb:Walter_Bonatti
Toni Schmid
gptkbp:first_ascent March 7, 1972
K2 in winter
gptkbp:highest_point gptkb:Lino_Lacedelli
gptkb:Achille_Compagnoni
2 climbers
gptkbp:historical_context Cold War era
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label K2 Expedition 1972
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in March 7, 1972
gptkbp:is_involved_in gptkb:none
gptkbp:launch_date December 1971
gptkbp:leadership gptkb:Achille_Compagnoni
gptkbp:location gptkb:K2
gptkbp:lost_and_found none required
gptkbp:media_coverage extensive
gptkbp:members 12 climbers
gptkbp:notable_event first successful ascent of K2 in winter
gptkbp:outcome successful summit
gptkbp:receives_funding_from private sponsorship
gptkbp:safety_features high-altitude training
gptkbp:scenic_views approximately 2 months
logistical issues
extensive preparation
climbing techniques
published in climbing journals
commercial expedition
inspiration for future winter climbs
gptkbp:significance first winter ascent of K2
gptkbp:team gptkb:Lino_Lacedelli
high stress
Italian climbers
gptkbp:training gptkb:Baltoro_Glacier
gptkbp:weather_conditions extreme cold
gptkbp:year gptkb:1972