I dont believe it

[EternalOptimist]

Sir Edmund Hilary, on the attack on Everest in the 50's, used to make sherpa Tensing take his shoes off before coming into the tent. What a kn0b

[ladymuck]

And so he should, just think how grubby his shoes would be after a day's walking! I wouldn't want muck in my tent, regardless of the altitude!

[wobbegong]

Sir Edmund Hilary, on the attack on Everest in the 50's, used to make sherpa Tensing take his shoes off before coming into the tent. What a kn0b

Maybe he had a foot fetish?

[Churchill]

Sir Edmund Hilary, on the attack on Everest in the 50's, used to make sherpa Tensing take his shoes off before coming into the tent. What a kn0b

What? He let him wear shoes? That's no way to treat a servant!