Doug Scott
British mountaineer (1941-2020) · United Kingdom · On the map · Died at 79
Douglas Keith Scott was an English mountaineer and climbing author, noted for being on the team that made the first ascent of the south-west face of Mount Everest on 24 September 1975.
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About this person
In receiving one of mountaineering's highest honours, the Piolet d'Or Lifetime Achievement Award, his personal style and his climbs were described as "visionary".
Country
United Kingdom
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1941 to 2020 · aged 79