Richard McGowan
American explorer · United States · On the map · Historical Figures · Lived 1933 to 2007 · aged 73
Richard McGowan was an American explorer, mountaineer, and entrepreneur, who helped start the modern adventure travel industry. He is best remembered today for his Mount Everest expedition in 1955, during which he climbed the Khumbu Ice Fall, thus becoming the first American to set foot on Mount Everest.
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About this person
Country
United States
Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1933 to 2007 · aged 73
