Unveiling the Legend- The Tragic Tale of Francys Arsentiev

Francys Arsentiev, an ordinary woman with an extraordinary spirit, made history as the first American woman to conquer Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen. Her daring ascent alongside her husband, Sergei, ended tragically when they became separated during their descent. Francys’s body was discovered, earning her the poignant moniker “Sleeping Beauty of Mount Everest.” Her story, filled with bravery and love, remains etched in the icy annals of Everest’s history.

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