Historical Figures · 21st Century
Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty, Unknown
Who Was Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty?
Limited biographical information is available about Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
"Sleeping Beauty" refers to Francys Arsentiev who died May 24, 1998 on Everest. Climber Ian Woodall reported her actual words were "I'm dying"; "I have lived my truth" is not documented.
Sources
- other Francys Arsentiev climb accounts
Legacy
Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty die?
Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Mt Everest Sleeping Beauty’s last words documented?
"Sleeping Beauty" refers to Francys Arsentiev who died May 24, 1998 on Everest. Climber Ian Woodall reported her actual words were "I'm dying"; "I have lived my truth" is not documented.
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