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The First Ascent of Denali: A Surveying and Mapping Perspective
On June 7, 1913, Hudson Stuck, an Alaskan missionary and seasoned amateur mountaineer, etched his name into the annals of exploration history by leading the first successful expedition to the summit of Denali. At an imposing height of 20,320 feet, Denali—also known historically as Mount McKinley—reigns as the highest peak in North America. This landmark achievement transcended the mere physical and logistical challenges it posed; it