EverestHistory.com:  J. Dawson Stelfox

On May 27, 1993 J. Dawson Stelfox became the first Irish man to reach the summit of Mount Everest. He led the expedition up the North East Ridge. Closer to home, Dawson also made a first ascent on the Devils Alternative, a route up Slieve Beg. Slieve Beg is the 297th highest summit in Ireland.

Dawson is the Chairman of the Mountaineering Council of Ireland. He is also the Director of the Association for Adventure Sports. Dawson works as an Architect when he is not climbing, and was a recipient of the 2004 Civic Trust Awards.

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