In 1970, Austrians Gert Judmeier and Oswald Ölz set out to climb the majestic Mount Kenya. But their adventure took a tragic turn when Judmeier was involved in a serious accident on the descent.
Gert Judmeier's accident was followed by the first intercontinental rescue operation, led from Austria – a dramatic race against time. This video tells the moving story of this expedition, the fight for survival, and the groundbreaking rescue operation that is still remembered today.
Still Alive – Struggle for Survival on Mt. Kenya
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