Hermann Buhl at Broad Peak (June 1957)
Hermann Buhl was an Austrian mountaineer and is considered one of the best climbers of all time. He was particularly innovative in applying Alpine style to Himalayan climbing. His accomplishments include: 1953 First ascent of Nanga Parbat, 8126 m. [Wikipedia] Born: September 21, 1924, Innsbruck, Austria Died: June 27, 1957, Chogolisa (in an avalanche). First ascents: Nanga Parbat, Broad Peak.