First people to climb Everest - Witness History, BBC World Service

Published: 29 May 2023
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On 29 May 1953 Edmund Hillary, climbing with Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, became the first human to reach the summit of Everest.

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The two men instantly became famous all over the world.

Edmund Hillary’s son, Peter Hillary and Tenzing' Norgay's son Jamling pay tribute to their fathers.

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