Mount McKinley› s West Buttress: The First Ascent

Mount McKinley, the highest peak in North America, was first climbed in 1913
by its northern Muldrow Glacier route. Yet, for almost 40 years, no one had
climbed the mountain via its southern slopes. By 1951, however, one man knew
more about McKinley› s geography than anyone else. His knowledge of potential
new routes, used in conjunction with the newly developed, ski-equipped
airplane, would completely change how future climbers would approach this
great peak.