About Fritz Luchsinger
Lived 1921 – 1983 (aged 62). Fritz Luchsinger was a Swiss mountaineer.
Fritz Luchsinger (8 March 1921 – 28 April 1983) was a Swiss mountaineer. Together with Ernst Reiss, he made the first ascent of Lhotse (8,516 m), the 4th highest mountain in the world, on 18 May 1956.
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Who was Fritz Luchsinger?
Swiss mountain climber (1921-1983)
When was Fritz Luchsinger born?
Fritz Luchsinger was born on 8 March 1921.
When did Fritz Luchsinger die?
Fritz Luchsinger died on 28 April 1983 in Shishapangma.
What was Fritz Luchsinger's occupation?
Fritz Luchsinger was a mountaineer.
What nationality was Fritz Luchsinger?
Fritz Luchsinger was Swiss.
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