Scrambles Amongst the Alps in the Years 1860–69 · Character
Joseph Brantschen
A guide from Saas who accompanied Whymper on the first ascent of the Grand Cornier.
minor
Also known as Brantschen, Jos. Brantschen
First appearance: xiii the first ascent of the grand cornier
Joseph Brantschen shows up with force in Subsequent History of the Matterhorn. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Died in the hut on the 'cravate' in 1879 after falling ill during an ascent with Dr.
Joseph Brantschen first appears in 0017 xiii the first ascent of the grand cornier.
In Subsequent History of the Matterhorn: Died in the hut on the 'cravate' in 1879 after falling ill during an ascent with Dr. Lüscher and Prof. Schiess.
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