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First Ascent of Mount Washington

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In 1642, Darby Field, a New Hampshire settler, accomplished the difficult ascent of Mount Washington from a southerly approach. Partly guided by Indians and with only primitive equipment at his disposal, he is thus alleged to be the originator of all Mount Washington ascensions.
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