Remains of Sandy Irvine Discovered on Everest, Solving a Century-Old Mystery

A boot and sock with Irvine's initials were found by an expedition, offering closure to the mountaineer's family and the climbing community.

The discovery was made by an expedition led by National Geographic Explorer Jimmy Chin, who found Irvine's boot and sock at a lower altitude than Mallory's body.
DNA samples have been collected from the remains, and Irvine's family has volunteered to assist in confirming the identification.
Irvine and Mallory disappeared in 1924 during their attempt to summit Mount Everest, sparking a long-standing mystery about whether they reached the peak.
Mallory's body was found in 1999, but the search for Irvine's remains continued, fueled by unverified sightings and historical accounts.
The discovery rekindles interest in finding Irvine's camera, which could potentially reveal if the climbers reached the summit before their disappearance.