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“In order to climb properly on big peak one must free oneself of fear. This means you must write yourself off before any big climb. You must say to yourself, I may die here.”

Quote by Doug Scott

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Doug Scott is a renowned British mountaineer, born on May 29, 1941. He is best known for his successful ascents in the Himalayas, particularly becoming the first Briton to summit Mount Everest in 1975. Scott's mountaineering career is marked by his technical innovations and contributions to the development of the sport. more

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