What was the main reason for the loss of Maurice Herzog's fingers and toes?
Frostbite
Rockfall
Avalanche
Infection
Answer
Maurice Herzog suffered severe frostbite during the Annapurna expedition, which led to the amputation of his fingers and toes. Despite this, he continued to be active in mountaineering and politics.
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