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David Sharp (mountaineer)
British mountain climber (1972–2006) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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David Sharp (15 February 1972 – 15 May 2006) was an English mountaineer who died near the summit of Mount Everest.[2] His death caused controversy and debate because he was passed by several other climbers heading to and returning from the summit as he was dying,[3][4] although several others tried to help him.[3]
David Sharp | |
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Born | 15 February 1972 Harpenden, England |
Died | 15 May 2006(2006-05-15) (aged 34) Mount Everest, Tibet |
Cause of death | Hypothermia or cerebral oedema |
Nationality | British |
Education | Prior Pursglove College[1] University of Nottingham |
Occupation(s) | Mountaineer Mathematics teacher |
Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
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Sharp had previously summited Cho Oyu[5] and was noted as being a talented rock climber who seemed to acclimatise well, and was known for being in good humour around mountaineering camps.[6] He appeared briefly in season one of the television show Everest: Beyond the Limit, which was filmed the same season as his ill-fated expedition to Everest.[7]
Sharp had a degree from the University of Nottingham and pursued climbing as a hobby.[6] He had worked for an engineering firm and took time off to go on adventures and climbing expeditions,[1] but had been planning to start work as a school teacher in the autumn of 2006.[6]