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Mt Vinson 2014/15

Mt Vinson (16,067ft or 4.897m) is the highest mountain in Antarctica, situated in the Ellsworth Mountains. It lies in the southern part of the main ridge of the Sentinel Range.
Named for Carl G Vinson, a Georgia congressman and a major force in 20th century US Antarctic exploration.
The mountain was first climbed by a US expedition team sponsored by the American Alpine Club led by Nicholas B. Clinch. They reached the summit at 11.30am on 18. December 1966.
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    The summit of Mount Vinson is 16,067 ft (4.897m). Physiological altitude is approximately 18,000 ft (5.486m).
    Descent...
    Yet, Vinson has seen less than 1,000 people stand atop its pyramid.
Perhaps nowhere more than Antarctica, experience counts, as there are many logistical challenges that can arise, given multiple flights, camps and challenging weather.