Louis Lachenal
Louis Lachenal was a notable French mountaineer who, alongside Maurice Herzog, successfully reached the summit of Annapurna in 1950, becoming one of the first climbers to conquer an 8,000-meter peak. Lachenal's contributions to high-altitude climbing, particularly in the early days of Himalayan expeditions, have left a lasting impact on the sport. Known for his skill and bravery, he faced numerous challenges throughout his climbing career, and his experiences continue to inspire generations of climbers.
Born on Jan 01, 1921 (104 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Monaco | 1 | 9.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 39,242 | 39 | $7,800 | 8$ |
| Nepal | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 29,136,808 | 26,633 | $34,000 | 31$ |
| Totals | 2 | 29,176,050 | 26,672 | $41,800 | 39$ |
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Nepal:
Louis Lachenal was a companion of Maurice Herzog during the first ascent of Annapurna.
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Monaco:
Louis Lachenal was part of the first successful expedition to Annapurna in 1950.
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Spain:
Louis Lachenal was part of the first successful ascent of Annapurna alongside Maurice Herzog.
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