New York
UN
Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
on the death of Sir Edmund Hillary
Statements | Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
Statements | Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
The Secretary-General pays tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary, who gave profound meaning to the concepts of courage and exploration.
Sir Edmund not only climbed to one of the purest victories known to humankind, thereby championing and pioneering an awareness of the treasures of our Earth -- he also worked to build health and education in the communities around him.
The Secretary-General joins Sir Edmund's family, the people of New Zealand, and his followers and friends around the world in giving thanks for his life.
New York
11 January 2008