On June 28, 1957, Jerry Gallwas, Royal Robbins, and Mike Sherrick completed the first ascent of the Northwest Face of Half Dome in Yosemite Valley. The five-day climb helped define the golden age of Yosemite big wall climbing. This photograph captures Jerry Gallwas placing the bolt ladder leading to the Robbins Traverse on Day 2 — a pivotal moment on a historic ascent. Hand-signed by Jerry Gallwas and Mike Sherrick. Printed on premium archival paper. Available rolled in a protective tube or framed.
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