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In 1953, humankind reached a new pinnacle when Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay ascended to the summit of 29,035-foot Mount Everest.  These two men faced the grueling hardships during this inaugural expedition, pushing the envelope for humanity without the aid of modern equipment and setting unprecedented standards for the climbing world.  These pioneering adventurers explored the thresholds of physical limitations when they scaled the icy slopes of Everest, encountering some of the most severe weather conditions on Earth.  

The saga, however, does not end here.  Both the suffering and the triumph of these two men have inspired dozens of today's climbers to summit Mount Everest.  Defying Mother Nature has resulted in many tragic incidents, but the tales of personal accomplishment and survival in the face of ultimate adversity reflect the intensity and drive that are deeply rooted in the human spirit.

Jamling Tenzing Norgay, the "Son of the Everest Pioneer", did not idle in the shadow of paternal legacies.  He is a member of a living dynasty of climbers, with 11 of his relatives having reached the summit of Mount Everest.  Jamling's spiritual journey has led him to an attachment to the Himalayan region and its jagged 8000-meter peaks.  Because of his acclaimed mountaineering expertise, Jamling is a highly sought after guide who leads novices and experts alike into his hazardous domain, maintaining an ancient family profession in a modern era.  Based upon his experience and reputation as a world renowned mountaineer, Jamling was also chosen as the Climbing leader of the International climbing team that created the awe-inspiring IMAX documentary film, 'Everest'.  Jamling recently entered the literary world with Touching My Father's Soul, (an International Best Seller) a poignant reflection on his relationship with his father and his 1996 Everest ascent.

Physical accomplishments aside, Jamling has been instrumental in bringing much needed social services to many of the more remote Himalayan villages.  His philanthropic contributions are as valued and honorable as his mountaineering endeavors.

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