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Annapurna IV: first ascent

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Date: 30/05/1955
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On 30 May 1955, the German expedition led by Heinz Steinmetz reached the summit of Annapurna IV (7,525 m), establishing a route up the north face and along the north-west ridge. In addition to Steinmetz, Harald Biller and Jürgen Wellenkamp also reached the summit.