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The Tragic Yosemite BASE Jumping Protest of 1999
In 1999, Jan Davis made a fatal jump off El Capitan in Yosemite to protest the BASE jumping ban. Her parachute failed to open, leading to a tragic 3,000 foot fall. The ban remains active to this day. This video is for educational and informational purposes only. It presents real context in a neutral, factual manner.
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Viewing History on Instagram: "In 1991, New Orleans BASE jumper John Vincent carried out one of the boldest urban jumps ever attempted, leaping from one of the World Trade Center towers. With roughly 160 skydives but only a handful of BASE jumps to his name, Vincent reportedly concealed his parachute rig beneath his clothing to pass through building security before making the historic jump. He landed safely and managed to leave the area without being caught. Although authorities briefly consider
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