Mountain climbing today requires specialized equipment and technical know-how. A century ago, it demanded something else entirely. These remarkable photographs transport us to an era when mountaineers tackled imposing peaks wearing nothing more protective than tweed jackets and wool socks.
Climbers formed human chains connected only by basic ropes, scaling cliffs that modern adventurers wouldn't attempt without proper safety gear. Yet these daring souls pressed onward. The camera, still a relatively new invention then, captured their triumphant moments standing atop summits—rewarded with breathtaking views few humans had ever witnessed. These 16 incredible images tell the story of mountaineering's bold beginnings and the fearless individuals who defined it.
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