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Why Do Sherpas Keep Dying on Everest?

While the life a Sherpa on Everest brings a steady income to an otherwise poor region, the risks involved exceed that of any other profession.  The annual fatality rate for a Sherpa is 10x greater than that of a commercial fisherman, and is considerably greater than the fatality rate of a combat soldier.  So the question is:  Why do Sherpas […]

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SnowBrains | July 16, 2013
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