U.S. climber gives up Everest for rescue
Hmmm why do I feel the urge to kick some Italian ass?
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June 9th, 2006
The devil's advocate says that wandering around in such a difficult environment might cause one to behave in ways similar to those used in other potentially difficult environments. I am reminded of lifeguard training I received many years ago. One thing that was driven into us time & time again was that we should not take risks that would result in two bodies washing ashore instead of one. If conditions were too perilous to complete a successful rescue, then one was encouraged to stay ashore. Perhaps this was what the Italians were thinking. Just a thought…
On the other hand, I am more inclined to think that they simply didn't want to share their energy or supplies to help someone, risking their success at completing their objective. That strikes me as selfish. I grant you that mountain climbing can be very expensive, especially a mountain as high as Everest, but helping someone seems a better use of time rather than seeking vain glory.